When an electron pair is shared between two atoms:

Correct answer: C. Single covalent bond is formed

  • A. Two covalent bonds are formed
  • B. Hydrogen bond is formed
  • C. Single covalent bond is formed
  • D. Ionic bond is formed

Explanation

Option A is incorrect because Two covalent bonds are formed by the sharing of two electron pairs.Option B is incorrect because Hydrogen bond is the weak interaction between partially positive hydrogen atom and partially negative atom, mainly oxygen.Option C is correct since A single covalent bond is formed by the sharing of one electron pair means 2 electrons.Option D is incorrect because Ionic bond is formed by the electrostatic interaction of two oppositely charged ions.

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