Chemistry

Question Analysis
This question involves the definition and characteristics of ionic bonding.

Key Concept Explanation
Ionic bonding typically occurs between a metal and a nonmetal, where the metal loses electrons to become a cation and the nonmetal gains electrons to become an anion.

Option Analysis
Option A, incorrect. Ionic compound conductivity depends on mobile ions, not free electrons.
Option B, incorrect. Electron sharing is characteristic of covalent bonds.
Option C, incorrect. H and Cl are both nonmetals, so HCl forms a covalent bond, not an ion...