Question

assess it! part 1

1. bonds share valence electrons with other atoms.

a. covalent
b. ionic
c. electronic
d. conductive

1. what type of bonds are present?

a. covalent
b. ionic
c. metallic
d. concurrent

1. what type of bond is present?

a. covalent
b. ionic
c. metallic
d. concurrent

Explanation:

• Covalent bonds: Atoms share valence electrons. For example, in molecules like \(CO_2\) (as in the second diagram with carbon and oxygen), electrons are shared between atoms.
• Ionic bonds: Involve transfer of electrons (e.g., \(Na^+\) and \(Cl^-\) in the third diagram, where sodium donates an electron to chlorine).
• Metallic bonds: Occur in metals (not relevant here).
• Electronic/Conductive/Concurrent: Not bond types in this context.

Answer:

A. Covalent