WAEC Chemistry 2014 Theory — Question 1

Question 1 of 38 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2014 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

SECTION A (For all candidates) 1(a). Define ionic bond.

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An ionic bond is the electrostatic force of attraction that holds two oppositely charged ions together, formed by the complete transfer of one or more electrons from a metal atom to a non-metal atom.

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