As opposed to Ionic bonding in which a complete transfer of electrons occur, covalent bonding occurs when two or more elements share electrons. Covalent bonding occurs because the atoms in the compound have a similar tendency for electrons (generally to electrons). This most commonly occurs when two bond together. Because both of the nonmetals will to electrons, the elements involved will share electrons in an effort to their valence shells.

Alculate the concentration of h3o⁺in a solution that contains 5.5 × 10-5m oh⁻at 25°c. identify the solution as acidic, basic, or neutral.a) 1.8 × 10-10m, basicb) 1.8 × 10-10m, acidicc) 5.5 × 10-10m, neutrald) 9.2 × 10-1m, acidice) 9.2 × 10-1m, basic

What layer of the atmosphere is directly above the troposphere?

Select the correct text in the passage. which sentences describe examples of sustainable living? i live in an old apartment building downtown, but my company is based in an office park on the outskirts of the city. i drive an old car that needs to be replaced. i plan to buy a hybrid for better gas mileage, but for now i am able to carpool with a couple of friends from work. the drive to the office park is about 45 minutes each way, but we do get to work in a modern building. the architects just received a leed certification for the design.