covalence

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Noun covalence has 1 sense

covalence, covalency - valence characterized by the sharing of electrons in a chemical compound; the number of pairs of electrons an atom can share
--₁ is a kind of valence, valency

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Covalence

Description:

Covalence refers to the chemical bond formed when two atoms share electrons in order to achieve stability. It is a fundamental concept in chemistry and plays a crucial role in understanding the structure and properties of molecules.

Senses:

Noun (Chemistry): The state of two or more atoms sharing electrons in a covalent bond.

Usages:

Example Sentence 1: The covalence between the oxygen and hydrogen atoms in a water molecule produces its unique properties.
Example Sentence 2: Understanding the concept of covalence is essential for comprehending organic chemistry reactions.

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