Question

If a compound begins with a metal, it most likely is a _______ compound

Answer 1

Answer:

Metallic compound

Explanation:

Metallic compound -

A metallic compound refers to the species having at least one metal, is known  as a metallic compound.

In general a metallic compound consists of two ions, a positive ion or the cation, is is basically a metal, and,

a negative ion or an anion, which is a non - metal.

Hence, from the given statement of the question,

The correct answer is - metallic compound.