Question

How do ionic bonds differ from covalent bonds?

Responses

Electrons are transferred in a covalent bond.

Electrons are transferred in a covalent bond.

Electrons are shared in a covalent bond.

Electrons are shared in a covalent bond.

Protons are shared in a covalent bond.

Protons are shared in a covalent bond.

Protons are transferred in a covalent bond.

Protons are transferred in a covalent bond.

Answer 1

The statements in the responses are incorrect. In ionic bonds, electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of ions that attract each other due to the opposite charges. In covalent bonds, electrons are shared between atoms, creating a strong bond between them. Therefore, the correct response is: Electrons are transferred in an ionic bond, while electrons are shared in a covalent bond.