Multiple Choice
In a single covalent bond between two atoms, how many electrons are shared?
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11. Bonding & Molecular Structure
Chemical Bonds
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In a double covalent bond, how many total electrons are shared between the two atoms?
A
2
B
8
C
4
D
6
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Understand that a covalent bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between two atoms.
Recall that a single covalent bond consists of one shared pair of electrons, which means 2 electrons are shared.
Recognize that a double covalent bond consists of two shared pairs of electrons.
Calculate the total number of shared electrons in a double bond by multiplying the number of pairs (2) by the number of electrons per pair (2), using the formula: \(\text{Total electrons} = 2 \times 2\).
Conclude that the total number of electrons shared in a double covalent bond is 4.
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