Chapter 2.7, Problem 2.9.2PE

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(a)

Interpretation:

The reason because of which every compound of $\text{Rb}$ with a non-metal is ionic in character.

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(b)

Interpretation:

The reason because of which every compound of nitrogen with a halogen element is molecular compound.

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(c)

Interpretation:

The reason because of which compound ${\text{MgKr}}_{\text{2}}$ does not exist.

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(d)

Interpretation:

The reason because of which $\text{Na}$ and $\text{K}$ are very similar when they form compounds with non-metals.

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(e)

Interpretation:

The reason because of which calcium will be doubly charged $\left({\text{Ca}}^{\text{2+}}\right)$ when contained in an ionic compound.