Ionic bond involves the electrostatic attraction between the positive and negative ions.

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Ionic bond involves the electrostatic force of attraction between the positive and negative ions which is stronger than the force of attraction between atoms in a covalent bond.

Q. State whether the following statement is True or False:
Ionic bond involves electrostatic force of attraction between the positive and negative ions which is stronger than the force of attraction between atoms in a covalent bond.

Q. Assertion: Most ionic solids have high melting points.
Reason: Ionic solids are made by electrostatic attraction between positive and negative ions.

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Q. Assertion :Generally, as the distance between ions increases, the energy of attraction approaches zero and ionic bonding is less favorable Reason: Electrostatic force is inversely proportional to distance between them

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