Human Biology, 14 Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 2 - Section 2.1 - From Atoms to Molecules - Check Your Progress - Page 25: 4

Answer

In ionic bonds, electrons are transferred from one atom to another. An example of an ionic bond is that between sodium and chlorine in the compound sodium chloride, or table salt. In covalent bonds, electrons are shared between atoms. An example of a covalent bond is that between hydrogen and oxygen in water.

Work Step by Step

In ionic bonds, electrons are transferred from one atom to another. An example of an ionic bond is that between sodium and chlorine in the compound sodium chloride, or table salt. In covalent bonds, electrons are shared between atoms. An example of a covalent bond is that between hydrogen and oxygen in water.
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