Question detail
In which type of bond do atoms share electrons?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Key ideas in chemistry
Question
- A. Ionic bond
- B. Covalent bond
- C. Metallic bond
- D. Hydrogen bond
Answer
Covalent bond
Explanation
Covalent bonds are formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, allowing them to achieve stability.
Common mistake
Confusing Electron Transfer and Sharing
Students often confuse electron transfer with electron sharing in chemical bonding, thinking they are the same process.
To fix this, remember that electron transfer involves one atom losing electrons to become a positive ion while another atom gains those electrons to become a negative ion, whereas electron sharing involves two atoms sharing pairs of electrons to form covalent bonds.
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