Electrostatic force of attraction occurs between:

Ionic Compounds only

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Covalent compounds only

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Both ionic and covalent compounds

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is A
Ionic Compounds only

The electrostatic force of attraction occurs in an ionic bond that is present between two oppositely charged ions formed as a result of the complete transfer of one or more electrons.

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