What is the difference between an ionic bond and a covalent bond?

An ionic bond is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions formed by atoms that have lost or gained electrons whereas a covalent bond is a shared pair of electrons between two atoms. Ionic bonds form between metals and non-metals; covalent bonds form between 2 non-metals.

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