10.5 COVALENT BONDING Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are two ways atoms can achieve a stable structure?
A
- Transferring electrons from metal to non-metal
- Ionic bond - Sharing electrons between non-metal
- Covalent bond
2
Q
What group of elements exist as molecules/compounds, with the atom joined by covalent bond?
A
Group 4 - Group 7
3
Q
What do each atom contribute for sharing?
A
An equal number of electrons
4
Q
What does the shared pair of electrons form between the two atoms?
A
Covalent bond
