5.6 Non-metals Combine to Form Covalent Bonds

Question 1

Covalent Bonds

Answer 1

Nonmetals share electrons to complete their valence shells

Question 2

Electron Sharing

Answer 2

Atoms share electrons to form stable molecules

Question 3

Hydrogen Molecules

Answer 3

Two hydrogen atoms share electrons to fill their valence shells

Question 4

Molecular Compounds

Answer 4

Different types of atoms can share electrons to form compounds like water

Question 5

Properties of Molecular Compounds

Answer 5

• Do not conduct electricity.
• Low melting and boiling points.
• Weak forces between molecules.