Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) A covalent bond is formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.
• B) A pair of electrons involved in a covalent bond is sometimes referred to as a "lone pair."
• C) It is not possible for two atoms to share more than two electrons.
• D) Single bonds are shorter than double bonds.
• E) In a covalent bond, the shared electrons interact with the nuclei of both of the bonding atoms, thus lowering their potential energy.

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