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Is ionic bond stronger than covalent?

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The question is asking for a comparison of the strength of ionic bonds versus covalent bonds, which involves understanding chemical bonding and the nature of these types of bonds.

Answer

Ionic bonds are stronger than covalent bonds.

Generally, ionic bonds are stronger than covalent bonds.

Answer for screen readers

Generally, ionic bonds are stronger than covalent bonds.

More Information

The strength of ionic bonds comes from the electrostatic attraction between completely transferred electrons, while covalent bonds involve sharing electrons. However, in polar solvents (like water), ionic bonds can become weaker than covalent bonds.

Tips

A common mistake is not considering the environment; in aqueous solutions, ionic bonds may be weaker.

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