Covalent Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What is covalent bonding?
A
Covalent bonding is when non-metal atoms bond together and share pairs of electrons to make covalent bonds.
2
Q
How are covalent bonds strong?
A
They are strong because the positively charged nuclei of the bonded atoms are attracted to the shared pair by electrostatic forces.
3
Q
When does covalent bonding happen?
A
Covalent bonding happens in compounds of non-metals and in non-metal elements.
4
Q
Why do elements want a full outer shell?
A
They want it because having a full outer shell gives them the same electronic structure of a noble gas which is very stable.
5
Q
What is a displayed formula?
A
A displayed formula shows covalent bonds as single lines between atoms.
