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An element A has 4 valence electrons in its atom whereas element B has only one valence electron in its atom. The compound formed by A and B does not conduct electricity.
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29/09/2021 8:34 pm
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An element A has 4 valence electrons in its atom whereas element B has only one valence electron in its atom. The compound formed by A and B does not conduct electricity. What is the nature of chemical bond in the compound formed? Give its electron-dot structure.
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29/09/2021 8:35 pm

Covalent bond will be formed since covalent compounds are non conductors of electricity.
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