What is the difference between an ionic and covalant bond?

A covalant bond is a very strong bond between two atoms. These atoms share a pair of electrons and form molecules.

An ionic bond occurs between two ions (charged atoms). Ions form when an atom loses or gains electron(s). An ionic bond occurs between oppositely charged ions.

AS
Answered by Anokhi S. Chemistry tutor

3808 Views

See similar Chemistry A Level tutors

Related Chemistry A Level answers

All answers ▸

How does the reactivity change down Group 1 elements, and why?


How do I calculate rate coefficient units?


"Sulfur Dioxide can be represented as a sulfur atom with double bonds to each of two oxygen atoms, explain the shape of this molecule and predict the bond angle".


Write a half-equation for the overall oxidation of ethanol into ethanoic acid.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning