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Verified Answer :

ANO2 because the elements are both nonmetals.

Answer : The correct option is, (A) \(NO_2\)

Explanation :

Ionic bond : It is defined as the bond which is formed by complete transfer of electrons from one atom to another atom.

The ionic compound is formed between a metal and a non-metal.

Covalent bond : It is defined as the bond that is formed when sharing of electrons takes place between the atoms.

The covalent compound is formed between two non-metals.

(a) \(NO_2\)

It is a covalent compound in which nitrogen and oxygen are non-metals. The \(NO_2\)  is formed when one nitrogen atom share their electrons with two oxygen atoms.

(b) \(LiCl\)

It is an ionic compound in which lithium is a metal and chlorine is a non-metal. The \(LiCl\)  is formed by the complete transfer of electrons.

(c) \(AlCl_3\)

It is an ionic compound in which aluminum is a metal and chlorine is a non-metal. The \(AlCl_3\)  is formed by the complete transfer of electrons.

(d) \(Na_2S\)

It is an ionic compound in which sodium is a metal and sulfur is a non-metal. The \(Na_2S\)  is formed by the complete transfer of electrons.

Hence, the covalent compound is \(NO_2\)