In the following pictures representing binary hydrides AH x ,lightly-shaded spheres represent H atoms or ions and darkly-shaded spheres represent atoms or ions of the other element,A.
-The binary hydride shown in picture (3)is classified as
A)covalent.
B)interstitial (metallic).
C)ionic.
D)None of these

Question

In the following pictures representing binary hydrides AH x ,lightly-shaded spheres represent H atoms or ions and darkly-shaded spheres represent atoms or ions of the other element,A. 
-The binary hydride shown in picture (3)is classified as
A)covalent. 
B)interstitial (metallic). 
C)ionic. 
D)None of these

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Binary hydrides can be classified based on the elements involved and their bonding. Covalent hydrides are formed with non-metals, where electrons are shared between the hydrogen and the other non-metal atom.

In the Following Pictures Representing Binary Hydrides AHx,lightly-Shaded Spheres Represent

In the Following Pictures Representing Binary Hydrides AH_x,lightly-Shaded Spheres Represent