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Which of the following is/are TRUE of non-metals? They react by        I    gaining electrons       II    sharing electrons       III    donating electrons AI, II and IIIBI and II onlyCI only DII only

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Which of the following is/are TRUE of non-metals? They react by        I    gaining electrons       II    sharing electrons       III    donating electrons AI, II and IIIBI and II onlyCI only DII only

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The correct answer is B: I and II only.

Here's why:

I. Non-metals generally react by gaining electrons. This is because they have a high electronegativity and tend to attract electrons.

II. Non-metals can also react by sharing electrons. This is how they form covalent bonds with other non-metals.

III. Non-metals do not typically react by donating electrons. This is more characteristic of metals, which have a lower electronegativity and tend to lose electrons.

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