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Question
Give an example for each of the following statement
A compound in which two Covalent bonds are formed.
Solution
Formation of oxygen molecule (O2): Each oxygen atom has six valence electrons (2, 6). These two atoms achieve a stable electronic configuration (octet) by sharing two pair of electrons. Hence a double bond is formed in between the two atoms.
Formation of covalent bond in oxygen molecule.
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