2006-10-27 05:56:51 · 5 answers · asked by Lexi U 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
KBr the others are covalent compounds.
2006-10-27 05:58:47 · answer #1 · answered by christopher N 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KBr, because it is K+ and Br- ions together in a grid. Cl can only form a Cl- (which can't for ion bond with another negative). Nitrogen and oxygen do not form ions (they do in combinations with other atoms, though)
2006-10-27 13:07:57 · answer #2 · answered by Ivan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In this case it is KBr.
Here is a simple way to differentiate between a covalent and ionic bond. Covalent bond is formed ALWAYS between two non-metals, while ionic bonds are formed MOST of the time between a metal and a non-metal.
Doing another take on this, covalent bonds are formed between elements with similar electronegativities, while ionic bonds are formed between elements with a high difference of electronegativity.
2006-10-27 13:13:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
KBr is ionic
2006-10-27 12:59:31 · answer #4 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
KBr
2006-10-27 13:00:23 · answer #5 · answered by The Potter Boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋