Ionic Bonds
Ionic bonds are formed by the loss and gain of electrons. The atom which loses electrons is called a cation and is positively Charged while the atom which gains electrons is called an anion and is negatively charged. The Ionic bond is formed due to the electrostatic interaction between the cation and anion. Example – NaCl
Chemical Bonding
Chemical Bonding as the name suggests means the interaction of different elements or compounds which defines the properties of matter. Chemical bonds are formed when either at least one electron is lost to another atom, obtaining at least one electron from a different atom, or transferring one electron to another atom. In this article, we will learn about the theories of chemical bonding such as Lewis’s theory which explains the Lewis structure of any compound, Kossel’s Theory, and Fajan’s rule. So, let’s begin the journey of Chemical Bonding.