When one atom has a stronger attraction for shared electrons in a bond than the other atom,a(n)___________ covalent bond is formed.

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When one atom has a stronger attraction for shared electrons in a bond than the other atom, it pulls the shared electrons closer to itself, creating a separation of charge called a dipole. This results in a polar covalent bond where there is an uneven distribution of electrons between the two atoms. As a result, the negatively charged region of one molecule will be attracted to the positively charged region of another molecule, resulting in intermolecular forces.

When One Atom Has a Stronger Attraction for Shared Electrons