Electrovalent Bond
| Formula / Notation | M → M^n+ + ne⁻ then X + ne⁻ → X^n− (complete electron transfer) |
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| Also Known As | Ionic bond, electrostatic bond, ionic bonding, heteropolar bond |
What is Electrovalent Bond?
Another name for an ionic bond, formed by the complete transfer of electrons from one atom to another. The resulting ions are held together by electrostatic attraction. Also called ionic bond or electrovalent linkage.
Formula & Notation
Other Names / Synonyms: Ionic bond, electrostatic bond, ionic bonding, heteropolar bond
Properties & Characteristics
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
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Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Another name for an ionic bond, formed by the complete transfer of electrons from one atom to another. The resulting ions are held together by electrostatic attraction. Also called ionic bond or electrovalent linkage.
Electrovalent bonding is found in salts (NaCl, KBr), metal oxides (MgO, CaO), and hydroxides (NaOH). These compounds are foundational in the chemical industry, food production, metallurgy, and ceramics. Ionic conductors are used in solid-state batteries and fuel cells.
Ionic compounds of toxic metals (lead acetate, mercuric chloride) are highly hazardous due to the mobile metal ions in solution. Strong ionic bases (NaOH, KOH) are severely corrosive. Ionic oxidisers (KMnO₄, K₂Cr₂O₇) are powerful and reactive.
The formula or notation for Electrovalent Bond is: M → M^n+ + ne⁻ then X + ne⁻ → X^n− (complete electron transfer)