Explain how a covalent bond is formed when a pair of electrons is shared between two atoms
Explain how a covalent bond is formed when a pair of electrons is shared between two atoms
Recall that covalent bonding results in the formation of molecules
Recall the typical size (order of magnitude) of atoms and small molecules
Explain the formation of simple molecular, covalent substances, using dot and cross diagrams, including:
a) hydrogen b) hydrogen chloride c) water d) methane e) oxygen f) carbon dioxide