Question

1pt how does a coordinate covalent bond differ from a standard covalent bond?

○ a. in the number of electrons shared

○ b. in the source of the electrons shared

○ c. in the number of atoms that bond

○ d. in the strength of the bond

Explanation:

A standard covalent bond involves both atoms contributing electrons for sharing. In a coordinate covalent bond, one atom donates both electrons for sharing. So the difference lies in the source of the shared electrons.

Answer:

B. in the source of the electrons shared