What are the characteristics and examples of Ionic and covalent bonds

Ionic Bonds ...

→Transfer electrons

→form ionic compounds

Table salt is a good example of an ionic bond. Sodium and chlorine ions come together to form sodium chloride (also known as NaCl).

Covalent Bonds ...

→Share electrons

→Forms molecules

Water is a good example of an covalent bond. Hydrogen and oxygen atoms share their electrons to form hydrogen oxide. (Also known as H₂O)