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An ionic bond is the force of attraction between the opposite charges of an ion. One element in an ionic bond loses electrons, and another element must gain the electrons. Some atoms lose electrons to make the outside energy levels become more stable. Atoms become more stable when their outer most energy level has 8 electrons. Pure ionic compounds usually are crystalline solids, liquids, or gases. Many ionic compounds are binary compounds.
This shows an atom losing an electron.
Ionic compounds usually have much higher melting and boiling points than covalent compounds.
Many ionic compounds dissolve easily in water. The human body must keep a precise amount of ions in order to function properly, these ions are called electrolytes. Without the right concentration of electrolytes your nerve impulses can't travel to your brain.
*When you sweat you lose electrolytes. Athletes drink certain drinks to keep the electrolytes balanced*
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