What holds two ions together in an ionic bond ?

Almost always it's a case of opposites attract. In general metals give away electrons to the non metals on the right side of the periodic table. The metals have a + charge, the non metals have a - charge. Instant attraction. The attraction is pretty powerful: the ionic bond is among  the strongest in chemistry.

1. loamy sand is about 80% sand with 10% clay and defined mostly by sand particles with some clay to provide structure and fertility. the sand particles are easily visible and the soil holds structure but breaks apart easily.

2. scott sand can improve his soil quality by incorporating more silt and organic matter into the soil. peat moss and organic matter can also be incorporated.

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