Which of the following compounds is expected to have the strongest ionic bonds?
A) RbI
B) KCl
C) NaBr
D) CsF
E) LiF

Name: Which of the following compounds is expected to have the strongest ionic bonds? A) RbI B) KCl C) NaBr D) CsF E) LiF
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LiF has the smallest cation (Li+) and the smallest anion (F-) out of all the choices, resulting in strong electrostatic attraction between the oppositely charged ions, leading to a strong ionic bond.

Which of the Following Compounds Is Expected to Have the Strongest