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In the formation of compound between two atoms A and B , A loses two electron and B gains one electron .

1) What is the nature of bond between A and B?

2) Suggest the formula of the compound formed between A and B?

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Solution

Since the compound between A and B is formed by transfer of electrons therefore, the nature of the bond is ionic.

Formation can be shown as:

A → A2+ + e-

2B + 2e- → 2B-

The compound can be formulated as:

AB2


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