Multiple Choice
In a crystal structure, which of the following is true?
A) Smaller positive ions occur between larger negative ions.
B) Negative ions bond together by sharing electrons.
C) Smaller negative ions occur between larger positive ions.
D) Negative ions bond proportionally with equal- sized positive ions.
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