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Elements can form covalent bonds and ionic bonds.

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Covalent bonds can form between atoms of the same elements (i.e. H2). However, ionic bonds cannot do this. Covalent bonds are formed between two non-metals, whereas ionic bonds are formed between a metal and non-metal. Molecules formed by covalent bonds have a low melting point, whereas those with ionic bonds have a high melting point.

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