Q.

Which of the following is required for the formation of an ionic bond?

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a

The lattice energy of the resultant molecule should be as low as possible

b

The ions of the reactants should be identical sizes.

c

The total energy of the resulting compound should be less than the total energy of the reactants.

d

An electron from the more electronegative element should be transferred to the less electronegative.

answer is B.

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formation of chemical bond  always proceed with decrease in energy

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