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2.4 Covalent bonding

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Question 12
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Which statement correctly explains why a single covalent bond, such as the bond in H2\mathrm{H_{2}}H2​, is strong?

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A

The nuclei of both atoms strongly attract the shared pair of electrons

B

The two atoms become oppositely charged ions that strongly attract each other

C

Strong intermolecular forces act between the two bonded atoms

D

Each atom now has a full outer shell, so it cannot move away

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2.4 Covalent bonding Questions

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53 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 2.4 Covalent bonding, covering 2.4.1 Covalent bonding and simple molecules. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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