Chapter 12, Problem 24KT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The key term corresponding to the definition “a bond in which an electron pair is shared but both electrons have been donated by a single atom” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Atoms in a molecule or a compound try to complete their octets by either gaining or losing electrons or by sharing electrons. Covalent compounds are those compounds that are formed by sharing electrons between atoms. Ionic compounds are those in which the atoms lose or gain an electron from the other atom present in the compound.