Chemical Bond
Definition
A chemical bond is the force of attraction between two atoms or ions that binds them together as a unit. This occurs due to the sharing, donation, or acceptance of electrons.
Analogy
Think of a chemical bond like a handshake between two people. Just as a handshake signifies an agreement or connection between two individuals, a chemical bond represents the connection between two atoms. The strength and type of this 'handshake' (bond) can vary depending on who's involved (the types of atoms).
Related terms
Covalent Bond: A type of chemical bond where electrons are shared equally between two atoms.
Ionic Bond: A type of chemical bond where one atom donates one or more electrons to another atom creating positive and negative ions which attract each other.
Polar Covalent Bond: A type of covalent bond where electrons are not shared equally causing one part of the molecule to be slightly negative and the other slightly positive.
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