The statement that best describes the formation of an ionic compound is: A) Elec

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The statement that best describes the formation of an ionic compound is: A) Electrons are transferred from a metal to a non-metal, and the resulting charged particles form a crystalline network. B) Electrons are shared between two atoms and discrete molecules are formed. C) Electrons move freely among a network of nuclei in fixed positions. D) Electrons are transferred from a non-metal to a metal, and the resulting charged particles form a crystalline network. E) Each atom achieves an octet using electrons provided from an external electrical supply.

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A) Electrons are transferred from a metal to a non-metal, and the resulting charged particles form a crystalline network.

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