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.