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It is to be explained as to why ionic solids of   and   anions do not occur while ionic solids of   anion are prevalent.

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Ionic compounds are those in which bonds are formed through the entire transfer of electrons from one atom to the next. The atom that loses electrons is referred to as a cation, whereas the atom that receives electrons is referred to as an anion.

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