Question

What types of atoms tend to form ionic bonds?

Answer 1

Atoms that tend to form ionic bonds are typically those from different groups of elements on the periodic table, such as metals and nonmetals. Specifically, atoms with a low ionization energy and high electron affinity (such as metals) are more likely to donate electrons, while atoms with a high ionization energy and low electron affinity (such as nonmetals) are more likely to accept electrons.