NEETChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
How are two atoms described when they share one electron pair?
Options
- AThey are said to be joined by a double covalent bond.
- BThey are said to be joined by a single covalent bond.
- CThey are said to be ionically bonded.
- DThey are said to be metallically bonded.
Correct answer
B. They are said to be joined by a single covalent bond.
Step-by-step solution
When two atoms share one electron pair, they are said to be joined by a single covalent bond.