Is NaBr ionic or covalent?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking whether sodium bromide (NaBr) has ionic or covalent bonding. It is related to the nature of chemical bonds between the atoms that make up NaBr.

More Information

Sodium bromide (NaBr) is an ionic compound because it is formed by the transfer of an electron from sodium (Na) to bromine (Br), resulting in a positive sodium ion (Na+) and a negative bromide ion (Br-).

Tips

It is common to confuse the nature of bonds based on the elements involved; generally, a metal and a non-metal form an ionic bond.

Sources

• Wikipedia - Sodium bromide - en.wikipedia.org
• Chem LibreTexts - Ionic and Covalent Bonds - chem.libretexts.org