The molecules in Tyler are composed of carbon and other atoms that share one or more electrons between two atoms, forming what is known as a(n) _____ bond.
Covalent is a type of bond which occurs between non-metals and results from the sharing of electrons between different non-metal atoms.
When carbon and other atoms present in molecules of Tyler share electrons, they form covalent bonds.
The sharing of electrons during formation of covalent results to each atom achieving a stable configuration, that is each atom involved achieves an octet configuration.