Which statement describes how the bond between two oxygen atoms is formed?

A(by sharing valence electrons with many other atoms
B(by the repulsion between ions of like charges
C(by the attraction of two oppositely charged ions
D(by sharing valence electrons between the two atoms

Question

Which statement describes how the bond between two oxygen atoms is formed?

A(by sharing valence electrons with many other atoms
B(by the repulsion between ions of like charges
C(by the attraction of two oppositely charged ions
D(by sharing valence electrons between the two atoms

jebonna · Answer

Well, oxygen atoms bond together using covalent bonds. Covalent bonds SHARE electrons between each other. Remember, there are only TWO oxygen atoms involved, no more no less.

From this information can you work out the correct option?

secret66 · Answer

The bond between two oxygen atoms is formed by sharing valence electrons between the two atoms