Answer: Sharing of electrons between atoms.
- A Sharing of electrons between atoms
- B Transfer of electrons under most conditions encountered
- C Electrostatic attraction as frequently observed in practice
- D Metallic bonding in many documented cases
Correct answer: A. Sharing of electrons between atoms
Explanation: Covalent bonds form when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.
VSEPR theory predicts molecular shape from the number of bonding and lone electron pairs around the central atom.
Concept context
Understand how atoms join to form molecules. Covers ionic and covalent bonding, VSEPR theory, hybridization (sp, sp², sp³), molecular orbital theory, bond polarity, and intermolecular forces like hydrogen bonding.
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