Question

1. think and discuss: why is there an attraction between the two ions in this chemical bond?

Explanation:

Ions are charged particles. Opposite charges attract each other. In a chemical bond between two ions, one ion is positively charged (cation) and the other is negatively charged (anion). The electrostatic force of attraction between these opposite - charged ions holds them together in the chemical bond.

Answer:

There is an attraction between the two ions in the chemical bond because one ion is positively charged (cation) and the other is negatively charged (anion), and opposite charges attract each other due to electrostatic forces.