Single Choice

Which of the following statements regarding covalent bond is not true?

AThe electrons are shared between atoms
BThe bond is non-directional
Correct Answer
CThe strength of the bond depends upon the extent of overlapping
DThe bond formed may or may not be polar

Solution

Covalent bonds are directional, meaning that atoms so bonded prefer specific orientations relative to one another, hence they have distinct shapes.

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