Chapter 12, Problem 29CR

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Chemical bond and bond energy should be defined and discussed. Principal types of chemical bonds should be listed.

Concept Introduction:

Atoms tend to arrange themselves in the most stable form possible, that they have a tendency to complete their outermost shell. Therefore atoms combine with other atoms to make compounds either by losing or gaining electrons or sharing electrons. The force that holds atoms together in a compound is known as a chemical bond.