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Which type of bond is common among nonmetals?
Which type of bond is common among nonmetals?
- Covalent bond (correct)
- Ionic bond
- Metallic bond
- Hydrogen bond
What is the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory used for?
What is the valence shell electron pair repulsion (VSEPR) theory used for?
- Predicting the melting and boiling points of compounds
- Determining the conductivity of substances
- Explaining the shapes of molecules (correct)
- Describing the solubility of compounds
Which type of bond involves the sharing of one pair of electrons?
Which type of bond involves the sharing of one pair of electrons?
- Ionic bond
- Single bond (correct)
- Triple bond
- Double bond
What is the electronegativity difference usually like in covalent bonding?
What is the electronegativity difference usually like in covalent bonding?
Which type of bond is formed by the sharing of three pairs of electrons?
Which type of bond is formed by the sharing of three pairs of electrons?