Beginning with an overview of how and why chemical bonding occurs, this program explains ionic bonding, describing the common properties of ionic compounds, the Lewis theory, electronegativity, the Pauling scale, ionization energy, and the importance of the valence shell. Using animated graphics throughout, the video also gives relevant information about the periodic table and how specific elements are involved in ionic bonds.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 09, 2011. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Introduction: Why Does Bonding Occur? (1:53) -- Ionic Bonding (2:24) -- Ionization Energy/Ionic Compounds (0:45) -- Credits: All About Chemical Bonding: Ionic (0:47).