covalency
noun
- Definition
- valence characterized by the sharing of electrons in a chemical compound; the number of pairs of electrons an atom can share
- Example
- The word 'covalency' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Synonyms
- covalence
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Proper Noun
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
3
Consonants
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Length
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