* Ionic bonding: This type of bonding occurs between oppositely charged ions (atoms that have gained or lost electrons). The electrostatic attraction between these ions holds them together.
* Covalent bonding: This type of bonding occurs when two or more atoms share electrons. The shared electrons create a strong attraction between the atoms.
* Metallic bonding: This type of bonding occurs in metals. It involves a "sea" of delocalized electrons that are shared by all the metal atoms. This allows for the unique properties of metals, such as conductivity and malleability.
The specific type of bonding present in a substance determines its properties, like melting point, conductivity, and solubility.
