Multiple Choice
In a covalent bond, are the atoms truly 'sharing' electrons?
11. Bonding & Molecular Structure
Chemical Bonds
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Which of the following atoms is most likely to form a chemical bond with another atom?
A
Oxygen (O)
B
Neon (Ne)
C
Helium (He)
D
Argon (Ar)
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Identify the type of elements given: Oxygen (O), Neon (Ne), Helium (He), and Argon (Ar).
Understand the concept of chemical bonding: Atoms form chemical bonds to achieve a more stable electron configuration, often resembling the nearest noble gas configuration.
Recognize that Neon (Ne), Helium (He), and Argon (Ar) are noble gases, which already have a complete valence shell, making them generally unreactive and unlikely to form chemical bonds.
Note that Oxygen (O) is not a noble gas and has six electrons in its valence shell. It needs two more electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration.
Conclude that Oxygen (O) is most likely to form a chemical bond with another atom to achieve a stable electron configuration, unlike the noble gases listed.
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