Question

What types of atoms typically form covalent bonds?

Metals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is above 1.7.
Metals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is below 1.7.
Nonmetals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is above 1.7.
Nonmetals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is below 1.7.
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Answer 1

Nonmetals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is below 1.7.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

Nonmetals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is below 1.7.

Step-by-step explanation:

Covalent bond is the bond which is formed with the sharing of the electrons between the two atoms which are taking part in the bond. It is generally formed between the atoms with similar electronegativity values.

It is the bond which is generally occurs within non metals as they share electrons to complete their octet.

The difference in the electronegativity values of the atoms involving in a covalent bond must not exceed the value of 1.7 .

Correct answer:- Nonmetals with nonmetals, because their difference in electronegativity is below 1.7.