In a covalent bond, a.) Atoms share one or more pairs of electrons. b.) Adjacent atoms share a single electron. c.) An atom gains one or more electrons from another atom to gain stability. d.) An atom loses electrons to another to gain stability.

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Dixie Ballard

Biology

9 October, 08:08

In a covalent bond, a.) Atoms share one or more pairs of electrons. b.) Adjacent atoms share a single electron. c.) An atom gains one or more electrons from another atom to gain stability. d.) An atom loses electrons to another to gain stability.

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Jaelynn · Answer 1

A) Atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

Explanation:

Covalent bonding occurs when pairs of electrons are shared by atoms. Atoms will covalently bond with other atoms in order to gain more stability.

Janelle French · Answer 2

Answer:c a atom gains one or more electrons from another atom to gain stability