(1) plar Bonds formed between a metal and a nonmetal are called
(A) ionic bonds
(B) metallic bonds
© electron bonds
(D) covalent bonds

Ionic bonds are fascinating because they involve a complete transfer of electrons from one atom to another, typically between a metal and a non-metal. This electron transfer creates positively charged ions (cations) and negatively charged ions (anions) that attract each other due to their opposite charges. Think of it as a “tag and trade” where one atom gives away its electron, and they form a stable compound, like sodium chloride, or kitchen salt!

A classic example of ionic bonding is table salt (NaCl), where sodium (a metal) donates its single outer electron to chlorine (a non-metal), allowing both to achieve stable electron configurations. In everyday life, ionic compounds like salt not only enhance a dish’s flavor but also play crucial roles in various industries, from food preservation to chemical manufacturing!