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Columns 1 and 7 of the Periodic Table correspond to the alkali metals and halogens, respectively. Alkali metals have one electron in their outer shell, making them eager to lose that electron to achieve a stable electron configuration. Halogens, on the other hand, have seven electrons in their outer shell and need one more to complete their octet. This electron transfer from alkali metals to halogens leads to the formation of ionic bonds, resulting in stable compounds like sodium chloride (NaCl).

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