Covalent Bonding

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons to achieve stability in their outer electron shells.

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How many electrons are involved in a double bond?

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Two pairs of electrons.

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What is the chemical formula for Bromine monofluoride?

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BrF.

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What is the formula for ammonia?

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NH3.

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Why do covalent bonds form?

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Covalent bonds form to fill outer electron shells.

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How many covalent bonds does carbon need to make to complete its outer shell?

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4.

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What is a single bond in covalent bonding?

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A single bond is formed when two atoms share one pair of electrons.

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What is the difference between polar and nonpolar covalent bonds?

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Polar covalent bonds occur when electrons are shared unequally between atoms, while nonpolar covalent bonds occur when electrons are shared equally.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together by covalent bonds.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to form bonds in such a way that they have eight electrons in their outer shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.