Which is the best description of a covalent bond? | CGP Edu

Chemistry Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Kossel-Lewis Approach to Chemical Bonding Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which is the best description of a covalent bond?

A

Electrons are simultaneously attracted by more than one nucleus.

B

Filled orbitals of two or more atoms overlap one another.

C

Unoccupied orbitals of two or more atoms overlap one another.

D

Oppositely-charged ions attract one another.

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Mutual sharing of electrons by 2 atoms is called covalent bond so, more than one nucleus have attraction on electrons at a same time.

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