How does ionic bonding differ from covalent bonding?

• A. Both ionic and covalent bonding involve the transfer of electrons.
• B. Ionic bonding involves the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonding involves the sharing of electrons.
• C. Both ionic and covalent bonding involve the sharing of electrons.
• D. Ionic bonding involves the sharing of electrons, while covalent bonding involves the transfer of electrons.

Answer: (B)