Ionic bonds

A) are electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions and form when electrons are transferred from atom to another.
B) form when electrons are transferred from atom to another and only exist as ions in solution.
C) are electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions.
D) only exist as ions in solution.
E) form when electrons are transferred from atom to another.


Answer: A

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