Which statement below correctly characterizes nonmetals?
A) They have low electron affinities (so they commonly form anions).
B) They have low ionization energies (so they commonly form cations).
C) They form ionic compounds with chlorine (metal chlorides).
D) They form basic, ionic compounds with oxygen (metal oxides).
E) They have high electron affinities (so they commonly form anions).

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Nonmetals have high electron affinities, meaning they have a strong attraction to gain electrons and commonly form anions.

Which Statement Below Correctly Characterizes Nonmetals