4.1.1 - covalent bonding Flashcards
1
Q
what is covalent bonding
A
the electrostatic attraction between the nuclei of a bonded atom and a shared pair of electrons
2
Q
when non-metal atoms bond what do they do?
A
share pairs of electrons to get a full outer shell
3
Q
what is a small group of atoms held together by covalent bonds called?
A
a simple molecule
