Crossword Puzzle Types of BondingOnline version Fill in the crossword with what you know about each type of bonding. by Devon Heath 1 In an ionic bond, electrons are exchanged between a metal and a nonmetal. Which one gains electrons? 2 The type of bond that forms between two metals. 3 The type of bond that forms between two nonmetals. 4 The type of bond that forms between a metal and a nonmetal. 5 In a covalent bond, atoms ____ electrons. 6 In an ionic bond, electrons are exchanged between a metal and a nonmetal. Which one loses electrons? 7 Covalent compounds have ___ melting and boiling points. 8 Ionic compounds have ___ melting and boiling points. 9 Metallic bonds are sometimes described as having a ___ of electrons because both atoms involved try to pass their electrons to the other party. 9 6 3 1 5 7 8