Define the term Covalent Bond

A covalent bond is formed by a shared pair of electrons between two atoms.

RO

Related Chemistry A Level answers

All answers ▸

Elements in the Periodic Table often show periodic trends. Describe and explain the periodic trend in atomic radius and electronegativity from Na to Cl.


Deduce the main organic product for the reaction of benzene with nitric acid in the prescence of sulfuric acid, and provide a complete mechanism for this reaction. (5 marks)


Why is the melting point of saturated carbon chains greater than unsaturated carbon chains?


When an unsymmetrical alkene undergoes electrophilic addition you often get a major and minor product. What would the major product be when propene reacts with hydrochloric acid? Why is this?