In a molecule with covalent bonding,
A)atoms of metals form bonds to atoms of nonmetals.
B)atoms of different metals form bonds.
C)atoms of noble gases are held together by attractions between oppositely charged ions.
D)atoms are held together by sharing electrons.
E)oppositely charged ions are held together by strong electrical attractions.

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In covalent bonding, atoms are held together by sharing electrons. This typically occurs between nonmetals, as metals tend to donate electrons rather than share them.

In a Molecule with Covalent Bonding