Question

With what elements does nitrogen form ionic bonds?

Answer 1

Answer:

Group 1 and 2 elements

Explanation:

Nitrogen, a non-metal will form ionic bonds with most group 1 and group 2 metals on the periodic table.

How does ionic bonds form?

• They are bonds formed between a highly electronegative specie and one with very low electronegativity.
• As such, ionic bonds forms between metals and non-metals
• In this bond type, the metal due to its electropositive nature will transfer electrons to the non-metals for it to gain.
• The non-metals becomes negatively charged as the metal is positively charged.
• The electrostatic attraction between the two specie leads to the formation of ionic bonds.

Most metals in group 1 and 2 fits in this description. Some of them are calcium, magnesium, lithium, Barium e.t.c.

It mostly favors group 2 metals.