A Double Covalent Bond Is Formed When Atoms

question 69

Multiple Choice

A double covalent bond is formed when atoms

• A) share one pair of electrons (a total of two).
• B) share two pairs of electrons (a total of four).
• C) swap two pairs of electrons.
• D) transfer a pair of electrons from one atom to the other.
• E) transfer two pairs of electrons from one atom to the other.

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