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Ionic Bond
 to the chlorine atom (which becomes the negative chloride ion Cl<sup>–</sup>). The opposite charges mean that the ions are strongly attracted to each other. The formation of the bond means that each atom becomes more stable, having a full quota of electrons in its outer shell.', copy:'(Image © RM)'});)
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Bond produced when atoms of one element donate electrons to atoms of another element, forming positively and negatively charged ions respectively. The attraction between the oppositely charged ions constitutes the bond. Sodium chloride (Na+Cl-) is a typical ionic compound.
Each ion has the electronic structure of a noble gas (rare gas). The maximum number of electrons that can be gained is usually two.
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