How many electron pairs are shared in the covalent bond formation between 2 chlorine atoms in a ${Cl}_{2}$ molecule?

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(i) Two atoms of the same element combine to form a molecule. The bond between them is known as ................ bond.
(ii) Two chlorine atoms combine to form a molecule. The bond between them is known as ..........
(iii) In forming oxygen molecule, .............. electrons are shared by each atom of oxygen.
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(v) The number of single covalent bonds in C₂H₂ molecule are ...........
(vi) Melting points and boiling points of ionic compounds are generally ............ than those of covalent compounds.

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How many electron pairs are shared in the covalent bond formation between 2 chlorine atoms in a Cl2 molecule?

Option (a) is correct.

How many electron pairs are shared in the covalent bond formation between 2 chlorine atoms in a ${Cl}_{2}$ molecule?