What is binary compound?

Binary compounds are compounds made up of two different elements. They are formed by the chemical bonding between two atoms, one from each element. Binary compounds can be classified into two types: ionic compounds and covalent compounds. Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of ions with opposite charges, which are then attracted to each other. Covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms of the two elements. Binary compounds are named using a system of prefixes and suffixes that indicate the type and number of atoms present in the molecule. They have a wide range of applications in industry, medicine, agriculture, and other fields. Some examples of binary compounds include NaCl (sodium chloride), H2O (water), CO2 (carbon dioxide), and CH4 (methane).