Which of the following is the best explanation for a covalent bond?
A)electrons simultaneously attracted by more than one nucleus
B)an interaction between outer electrons
C)the overlapping of unoccupied orbitals of two or more atoms
D)the overlapping of two electron-filled orbitals having different energies
E)a positive ion attracting negative ions

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Covalent bonds form when electrons are simultaneously attracted by more than one nucleus, allowing atoms to share electrons in a way that fills their outer electron shells, creating a stable arrangement.

Which of the Following Is the Best Explanation for a Covalent