What is the difference between covalent bonds and ionic bonds?

ACovalent bonds are formed between atoms to form molecules; ionic bonds are formed between atoms to form compounds.

BCovalent bonds involve the sharing of pairs of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of single electrons between atoms.

CCovalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the electrical attraction between atoms.

DCovalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of protons between atoms.

ECovalent bonds involve the transfer of electrons between atoms; ionic bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.