Non-metals, are electronegative. They tend to form bonds by ______ electrons.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. gaining.
Non-metals are electronegative, meaning they have a tendency to attract electrons towards themselves. They tend to form bonds by gaining electrons. This is because non-metals typically have a higher affinity for electrons and require additional electrons to complete their valence shells, achieving a stable electronic configuration. This property is what leads to the formation of anions (negatively charged ions) when non-metals participate in chemical bonding.