Who would have thought that two dangerous elements, such as sodium and chlorine, when bonded together, could create a new and harmless compound known as table salt? In this program we take a fascinating look at ionic bonding. Viewers will discover how and why bonding occurs, the Gilbert Lewis theory, the importance of the valence shell, the periodic table and its elements, and the common properties of ionic compounds. Viewers are also introduced to important terms of ionic bonding including electronegativety, Pauling scale, and ionization energy. With the assistance of animated graphics, ionic bonding is brought to life.