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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. a metal and a non-metal
- Step 1: A metal transfers electrons to a non-metal, forming oppositely charged ions. Answer: a metal and a non-metal. Why not the others: two non-metals: That forms covalent bonds. two metals: That forms metallic bonding. two noble gases: Noble gases do not form bonds in this way.
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