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How do ionic and molecular compounds achieve stability?

Answer 1

Electrostatic forces or attractions between the positive and negative charges are responsible for maintaining stability in ionic compounds, such as NaCl, where the sodium donates electrons and the chlorine accepts them. In covalent compounds, on the other hand, electrons are shared by two or more atoms, essentially creating a bridge between the atoms.

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Answer 2

Wyatt Adkins

Both ionic and molecular compounds are stable because they reach a lower energy state that is usually more favorable than the individual, less stable components. Ionic compounds are stable because they form strong electrostatic attractions between positively and negatively charged ions. Molecular compounds are stable because they share electrons between atoms to form covalent bonds.

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