Understanding Covalent Bonding

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Covalent Bonding

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Sharing of electron pairs between atoms

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Example of Covalent Bond

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H₂ (Hydrogen gas)

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Key Term: Molecule

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Two or more atoms bonded together

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Key Term: Electronegativity

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Ability of an atom to attract electrons

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True or False: Covalent bonds are formed between metals.

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False

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Fill in the Blank: A __________ bond involves the transfer of electrons.

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Ionic

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Diagram: Water Molecule

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Label: H₂O, O, H, H

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Key Term: Single Bond

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One pair of shared electrons

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Example of Double Bond

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O₂ (Oxygen gas)

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True or False: Covalent bonds can form between nonmetals.

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True