Elements Y and elements Z would have similar properties due to the fact that they both posses the same number of valence electrons. They both have a single valence electron that determines the corresponding elements bonding properties and the fact that it can either donate 1 valence electron to produce an ion that would be attracted to another atom, that is also an ion. Assuming that these elements are group 1 elements, they do not undergo in covalent bonding.
Answer:

Explanation:
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In this case, by considering the given seminormal solution, we infer it is a 0.5-N solution which means that we can obtain the equivalent grams as shown below for the 55 cc (0.055 L) volume:

Next, since sodium carbonate has two sodium ions with a +1 oxidation state each, we can obtain the moles:

Finally, the mass is computed by using its molar mass (106 g/mol)

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Greater absolute charge
- This is because ionic bond results from stronger electrostatic forces of attraction.
- The higher the value of charges q₁ and q₂ the stronger will be the ionic bond.