Question

the particle diagrams below represent the reaction between two nonmetals, a₂ and q₂.
key
● = atom of element a
o = atom of element q
reactants
product
identify the type of chemical bond between an atom of element a and an atom of element q.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the nature of non - metal bonding

Non - metals tend to share electrons.

Step2: Analyze the reaction between \(A_2\) and \(Q_2\)

Since both \(A\) and \(Q\) are non - metals (given in the problem statement), they will form a covalent bond by sharing electrons.

Answer:

Covalent bond