"Unlocking the Secrets of Chemical Bonding: A Comprehensive Guide to Ionic, Covalent, and Metallic Bonds"
Chemical Bonding Chemical bonding is the process by which atoms share or exchange electrons to form chemical compounds. *Types of Chemical Bonds* 1. *Ionic Bond*: A bond formed between two atoms that have a large difference in electronegativity, resulting in the transfer of electrons. 2. *Covalent Bond*: A bond formed between two atoms that share one or more pairs of electrons. 3. *Metallic Bond*: A bond formed between metal atoms that involve the delocalization of electrons. *Ionic Bonds* 1. *Formation of Ionic Bonds*: Ionic bonds are formed when one or more electrons are transferred from a metal atom to a non-metal atom. 2. *Properties of Ionic Compounds*: Ionic compounds are typically hard, brittle, and have high melting points. *Covalent Bonds* 1. *Formation of Covalent Bonds*: Covalent bonds are formed when two or more atoms share one or more pairs of electrons. 2. *Properties of Covalent Compounds*: Covalent compounds are typically soft, brittle, and have low melting points...