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explain in simple terms how a chemist describes the formation of a covalent bond.
a covalent bond is formed by the overlap of the on individual atoms. there is a sharing of in the region where the overlap.
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Explanation:

A covalent bond is formed by the overlap of atomic orbitals on individual atoms. In the region where the orbitals overlap, there is a sharing of electrons. This electron - sharing occurs because both atoms can achieve a more stable electron configuration (usually a full outer shell, like the noble gas configuration) by sharing electrons.

Answer:

A covalent bond is formed by the overlap of the atomic orbitals on individual atoms. There is a sharing of electrons in the region where the orbitals overlap.