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Q. What type of bond is formed between two chlorine atoms in Cl2?

  • (A) Ionic bond
  • (B) Hydrogen bond
  • (C) Covalent bond
  • (D) Metallic bond
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Shyam Dubey
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.

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