Question

When one atom of hydrogen (H) combines with one atom of chlorine (Cl), a polar covalent bond forms between the H and the more electronegative Cl, resulting in a molecule of HCl. Which of the following describes the arrangement of valence electrons in a bond between H and Cl? (1 point)

The valence electrons are shared equally between H and Cl.

The valence electrons spend more time around the atom of H.

The valence electrons spend more time around the atom of Cl.

The valence electrons are given up by the H and gained by the Cl.

Answer 1

The valence electrons spend more time around the atom of CI