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Q · Classification of Elements Medium · 45s
Which of the following has both ionic and covalent bonds?
TopicClassification of Elements
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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KNO₃ has ionic bonding between K⁺ and NO₃⁻ and covalent bonding within the NO₃⁻ ion.
Final Answer: Option B — KNO₃