Question detail
Which of the following statements about covalent bonds is true?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Bonding
Question
- A. Covalent bonds can only form between non-metals.
- B. Covalent bonds are stronger than ionic bonds.
- C. Covalent bonds involve the transfer of electrons.
- D. Covalent bonds always result in the formation of ions.
Answer
Covalent bonds can only form between non-metals.
Explanation
Covalent bonds typically form between non-metal atoms that share electrons, contrasting with ionic bonds that form between metals and non-metals.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Covalent Bonding
Students often describe covalent bonding as the attraction between atoms rather than as shared pairs of electrons.
Covalent bonding occurs when two atoms share pairs of electrons. To clarify, remember that the bond is formed through the sharing of electrons, which allows each atom to achieve a full outer shell. This definition emphasizes the nature of the bond rather than just the attraction between atoms.
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