Question

distinguish the difference between and ionic bond and a covalent bond by filling in the blanks. ionic bonds are created by ________ attraction between ions. covalent bonds are created by the ______ of electrons between atoms. the ______ between oppositely charged ions forms an ionic bond. in a covalent bond, atoms ______ electrons instead of losing or gaining them. in a covalent bond, ________ spend part of their time in the outer shell

Explanation:

Ionic bonds occur due to the electrical attraction between oppositely - charged ions. Covalent bonds are formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms where atoms share electrons instead of losing or gaining them, and the shared electrons spend part of their time in the outer shell.

Answer:

1. electrical
2. share
3. attraction
4. share
5. electrons