Overview
Covalent bonds are fundamental to the structure of many molecules, including water and organic compounds. They form when atoms share electrons, allowing them to achieve stable electron configurations. Understanding covalent bonds is crucial for grasping more complex chemical concepts, such as molecu...
Key Terms
Example: In a water molecule (H2O), oxygen shares electrons with hydrogen.
Example: Electrons orbit the nucleus of an atom.
Example: Carbon has four valence electrons.
Example: Fluorine has high electronegativity.
Example: The bond between oxygen and hydrogen in water is polar.
Example: The bond between two hydrogen atoms is nonpolar.
Related Topics
Ionic Bonds
Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, leading to charged ions.
intermediateMolecular Geometry
Molecular geometry studies the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule.
intermediateChemical Reactions
Chemical reactions involve the breaking and forming of bonds, including covalent bonds.
intermediateKey Concepts
Electron SharingMolecular FormationBond StrengthPolarity