Chapter 2.2, Problem 9CYP

Summary Introduction

To analyse:

The kinds of elements that tend to make covalent bonds.

Introduction:

Atoms exist in nature in combination with other atoms in the form of molecules and compounds. This combination happens by formation of chemical bonds between atoms. Chemical bonds may be formed by mutual sharing of electron(s) between atoms or by complete transfer of electron(s) from one atom to another. The capacity of an atom for making chemical bonds is called valence and is determined by the number of electrons that are available for sharing or transfer.