The nature of the bond between H and Cl in hydrogen chloride is
Question and options
The nature of the bond between H and Cl in hydrogen chloride is
- covalent bond
- ionic bond
- co-ordinate bond
- metallic bond
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - covalent bond
The H–Cl bond is formed by sharing of an electron pair (a polar covalent bond); HCl ionises in water, but the bond itself is covalent. It is not ionic, co-ordinate or metallic.
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