covalent
Translation
covalent
Examples
A covalent bond shares electrons.
A covalent bond shares electrons.
Grammar Patterns
((covalent)) + noun describes a type of chemical bond. A covalent bond is very strong.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shared electron bond
Etymology
From Latin 'co-' (together) + 'valens' (being strong). It signifies sharing strength or valence electrons.
Memory Tips
Think of 'co-' as in 'co-worker' (sharing work) and 'valent' from 'valence electrons' (sharing electrons).