Question

what is a purely covalent bond?

Answer 1

@JoannaBlackwelder

Answer 2

In a pure covalent bond, the shared electrons are equally available to each of the atoms. This arrangement occurs only when two atoms of the same element bond with each other. Thus, the hydrogen molecule, H 2, contains a good example of a pure covalent bond.

Answer 3

Source: http://www.cliffsnotes.com/sciences/chemistry/organic-chemistry-i/review-of-general-chemistry/covalent-bonding-and-electronegativity

Answer 4

oh okay thanks got it.

Answer 5

:) No worries

Answer 6

i was confused cause i know what a covalent bond is but the word pure threw me off

Answer 7

thanks!

Answer 8

Makes sense. yw