covalent bond

noun

: a chemical bond formed between atoms by the sharing of electrons

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The powder has a hexagonal structure made of carbon and nitrogen, held together by covalent bonds—some of the strongest bonds in chemistry. Rudy Molinek, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Nov. 2024 Its porous structure allows for a large surface area to capture carbon, while its covalent bonds are incredibly strong. New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of covalent bond was in 1939

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“Covalent bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/covalent%20bond. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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covalent bond

noun
: a chemical bond formed between atoms by the sharing of electrons

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