The overall charge on sodium chloride formed by the combination of an anion (Cl^-) and a cation (Na⁺) is

Electrically neutral

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-1 charge

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+ 2 charge

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+1 charge

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Solution

The correct option is A
Electrically neutral

The +1 charge of Na is cancelled by -1 charge on Cl in the formation of NaCl compound. So NaCl compound is electrically neutral.

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