ionic bond
(i-on-ic-bond)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges, typically between a metal and a nonmetal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.
Example Sentence
An ionic bond forms when sodium donates an electron to chlorine, creating a stable compound.
More Example Sentences
The strength of an ionic bond is influenced by the charge and size of the ions involved.
Synonyms
electrovalent bond; polar bond; chemical bond
Antonyms
covalent bond; metallic bond; nonpolar bond
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