Question

What are single covalent bonds?

Answer 1

Single covalent bond :

• Single covalent bond is the bond which is formed by sharing of one electron pair between two atoms in which each atom contributes one electron.
• It is represented by putting short line $(-)$ between two atoms.
• For example, consider the formation of ${\mathrm{H}}_2$ molecule.
• Hydrogen atom has one electron in its valence shell.