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Is ionic bond formation exothermic or endothermic?


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Explanation:

Exothermic: An exothermic reaction is a type of reaction in which heat is released as a result of the reaction.

Endothermic: The system absorbs heat from the surroundings, lowering the ambient temperature.

  1. The energy of bonded atoms is lower than that of un-bonded atoms that are isolated.
  2. Because bonded atoms have a lower energy state than isolated atoms, bonds exist.
  3. As a result, heat should be released to reduce energy consumption or increase stability.
  4. Exothermic reactions are those in which the formation of bonds increases stability.

Hence, ionic bond formation is exothermic.


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