Two elements X and Y have atomic number 12 and 17 respectively. (i) Write the electronic configuration of both. (ii) Which type of bond will they form? (iii) Write the formula of the compound formed by their combination (in terms of X and Y).
The electronic configuration of element X (Z = 12) = 2, 8, 2 The electronic configuration of element Y (Z = 17) = 2, 8, 7 (ii) The bond formed will be of ionic nature. One atom of X will transfer 1 electron each to two atoms of Y.
