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Nonmetals(anion) are written second after the metal(cation).

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If c2h6 is ionic compound?

No, C2H6 (ethane) is not an ionic compound. It is a covalent compound because it consists of nonmetals sharing electrons to form bonds. Ionic compounds are formed between metals and nonmetals through the transfer of electrons.


What forms an ionic compound?

The elements that generally form ionic bonds are the metals and nonmetals.


What type of compound do most nonmetals form?

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Is nitrogen and iodine ionic or not ionic?

No, it is not Ionic. An ionic compound is a metal and a nonmetal mixed together. If you look at the Periodic Table of elements, you will see that Nitrogen as well as iodine are nonmetals, therfore it cannot be an ionic compound.


How are nonmetals in ionic compounds named?

Nonmetals(anion) are written second after the metal(cation).


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When non metals and metals are combined, the result is an ionic compound. Often, an ionic compound salt.


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An ionic compound is made up of metals and nonmetals.


Will fluorine and sulfur form and ionic compound?

No, fluorine and sulfur will not form an ionic compound. Ionic compounds are formed between metals and nonmetals, while fluorine and sulfur are nonmetals. They are more likely to form covalent compounds due to their similar electronegativities.


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