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When one atom of sodium (Na) combines with one atom of fluorine (F), they form the compound sodium fluoride (NaF). Which of the following best describes the arrangement of valence electrons in a bond between Na and F?

1. The valence electrons are shared equally between Na and F.
2. The valence electrons spend more time around the atom of Na.
3. The valence electrons spend more time around the atom of F.
4. The valence electrons are given up by the Na and gained by the F.

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JonHenderson55 JonHenderson55

Today at 9:29 AM

The correct answer is:
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4) "The valence electrons are given up by the Na and gained by the F. "
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mnhlabatsi7 mnhlabatsi7

Today at 9:30 AM

Answer:

4. The valence electrons are given up by the Na and gained by the F.

Explanation:

Sodium and fluorine bond ionically, they do not share electrons. Instead, ionic bonding involves the each atom of the metal, sodium, giving up its one electron in it's valence shell to each atom of the non-metal, fluorine.

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