Multiple Choice
How do hydrogen atoms form a covalent bond?
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11. Bonding & Molecular Structure
Chemical Bonds
Multiple Choice
What type of bond is primarily responsible for holding the atoms together in a water molecule?
A
Metallic bond
B
Ionic bond
C
Covalent bond
D
Hydrogen bond
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the elements involved in a water molecule: Water (H₂O) consists of hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O) atoms.
Understand the nature of the bond: A covalent bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.
Recognize the electronegativity difference: Oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen, but the difference is not large enough to form an ionic bond.
Determine the bond type: In a water molecule, each hydrogen atom shares an electron with the oxygen atom, forming a covalent bond.
Clarify the role of hydrogen bonds: While hydrogen bonds are important in water's properties, they occur between molecules, not within a single molecule.
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