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Which of the following molecules exhibits ionic bonding?

A. NaCl

B. CO2

C. C6H12O6

D. H2O

Answer Explanation:

Sodium chloride exhibits lonic bonding due to the attraction between Na+ ions and Cl- ions.

Typically, elements on the opposite sides of the periodic table (a metal and a nonmetal) form ionic bonds. Carbon dioxide, water, and glucose exhibit covalent bonding. Typically, elements on the same side of the periodic table (two or more nonmetals) form covalent bonds.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Science

  • Q #1: Every child in a certain family has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Based on this evidence, what possible conclusion can be drawn about ASD?

    A. ASD may be lethal.

    B. ASD may be genetic.

    C. ASD is related to traditional nuclear family structures,

    D. No conclusion can be drawn based on this evidence.

    Answer Explanation

    The evidence says that every child in a certain family has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All of these children have genetic commonalities. Therefore, ASD may be genetic.

    The evidence does not mention whether the children died from ASD. Therefore, no conclusion can be drawn that ASD may be lethal. Furthermore, the sample size of the evidence is much too small to suggest that ASD is related to traditional nuclear family structures.

  • Q #2: Which of the following is an example of a chemical change?

    A. Releasing compressed gas to make a bottle-rocket launch

    B. Adding water to clay to make slip

    C. Crystalizing honey to make candy

    D. Including baking soda in a recipe to make it less sour

    Answer Explanation

    A chemical change involves a chemical reaction and new substances are produced. When baking soda is added to something sour (acidic) it neutralizes the acid and forms new molecules, in this case carbon dioxide and water. A physical change does not produce new substances. Phase changes such as evaporation and sublimation are physical changes. Changing the ratio of ingredients in a mixture, like adding more water to clay, does not change it chemically, but it can change some of the mixture's physical properties.

  • Q #3: Which of the below is the best definition for the term circulation?

    A. The transport of oxygen and other nutrients to the tissues via the cardiovascular system

    B. The force exerted by blood against a unit area of the blood vessel walls

    C. The branching air passageways inside the lungs

    D. The process of breathing in

    Answer Explanation

    Circulation is transporting oxygen and other nutrients to the tissues via the cardiovascular system. Choice B refers to blood pressure. Bronchi are the branching airways inside the lungs, while inhalation refers to the process of breathing in.