key term - Ionic Bond

Definition

An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through an electrostatic attraction between two oppositely charged ions.

Related terms

Cation:

A positively charged ion that typically donates or loses electrons during bonding.

Anion:

A negatively charged ion that typically accepts or gains electrons during bonding.

Covalent Bonding: Another type of chemical bonding where atoms share pairs of electrons.