What is a covalent bond?

1 mark · Easy

State the type of particles that are attracted to each other in a covalent bond.

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The nuclei of the atoms and the shared pair of electrons.

Also accept: The positive nuclei and the shared electrons; Positive nuclei and shared pair of electrons

Common mistakes: Atoms are attracted to each other (too vague)

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B1 · 1 mark · States both the nuclei and the shared pair of electrons are attracted to each other in a covalent bond.

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A covalent bond is formed by a strong electrostatic attraction between the nuclei of the atoms and the shared pair of electrons.