Q. What type of bond is formed between two chlorine atoms in Cl2?
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
Covalent bond
Explanation: Each chlorine atom shares one electron to form a Cl–Cl single covalent bond. Ionic and metallic bonds involve electron transfer or delocalized electrons, which do not occur between two nonmetals like chlorine.
Explanation by: Sikhar Chaudhary
Each chlorine atom shares one electron to form a Cl–Cl single covalent bond. Ionic and metallic bonds involve electron transfer or delocalized electrons, which do not occur between two nonmetals like chlorine.