Coordination VS Ionic Bonding (Comparison)
Coordination VS Ionic Bonding (Comparison)
A coordinate (covalent) bond is created by sharing.
A coordinate (covalent) bond is created by sharing.
When two oppositely charged ions attract electrostatically, an ionic (electrovalent) connection forms.
When two oppositely charged ions attract electrostatically, an ionic (electrovalent) connection forms.
In chemistry, the smallest change in a process may generate new substances.
In chemistry, the smallest change in a process may generate new substances.
This applies to both covalent and ionic bonds.
This applies to both covalent and ionic bonds.
An example of a coordinate bond is Ammonium and Carbon Monoxide.
An example of a coordinate bond is Ammonium and Carbon Monoxide.
On the other hand, lithium oxide and calcium chloride are ionic bonds.
On the other hand, lithium oxide and calcium chloride are ionic bonds.
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