Question

Which statement accurately describes the formation of a covalent bond?

a. Protons are shared between atoms.
b. Electrons are shared between atoms.
c. Protons are transferred from one atom to another.
d. Electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

Answer 1

Answer: b. Electrons are shared between atoms

Explanation: electrons are shared, forming molecules, covalent compounds have weaker forces holding the molecules together