Is I2 ionic or covalent?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether the compound I2 (iodine) is ionic or covalent in nature. To answer this, we can consider the types of bonds formed between atoms and the electronegativity difference between the iodine atoms.
Answer
Covalent
The final answer is covalent.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is covalent.
More Information
I2 (iodine) is a diatomic molecule where two iodine atoms share electrons through a covalent bond, making it a nonpolar molecule.
Tips
Make sure not to confuse the molecule I2 with ionic compounds. I2 involves a covalent bond between similar non-metal atoms.
Sources
- Does I2 contain ionic or covalent bonds? Explain. - homework.study.com
- Is iodine 2 a molecular compound? - answers.com
- The web page with info on - Toppr - toppr.com
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