ConceptIn Simple WordsExampleAnalogy
Covalent BondAtoms share electronsDNA, proteinsSharing toys
Ionic BondAtoms donate and accept electronsTable saltMagnets
Hydrogen BondWeak attraction involving hydrogenDNA strandsVelcro
HydrophobicMolecules that dislike waterFatsOil in water
HydrophilicMolecules that like waterSugarsSugar in tea
CondensationMolecules join + water removedGlucose → MaltoseLego joining
HydrolysisMolecules break + water addedMaltose → GlucoseSoaked paper separates