The individual particles in a covalent solid are held together as a result of
A) electron transfer between adjacent atoms.
B) electron sharing between adjacent atoms.
C) the attraction of polar molecules.
D) a gas of freely moving electrons.

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In a covalent solid, the constituent atoms combine through the sharing of electrons, resulting in the formation of a strong covalent bond between adjacent atoms. This shared electron density results in the stability of the solid as individual atoms are held tightly in their respective positions. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

The Individual Particles in a Covalent Solid Are Held Together