What Is the Difference Between Covalent Bonds and Ionic Bonds

question 56

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between covalent bonds and ionic bonds?

• A) Covalent bonds are formed between atoms to form molecules; ionic bonds are formed between atoms to form compounds.
• B) Covalent bonds involve the sharing of pairs of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of single electrons between atoms.
• C) Covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the electrical attraction between atoms.
• D) Covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of protons between atoms.
• E) Covalent bonds involve the transfer of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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