Bond Weakness

Definition

The measure of how much energy is needed to break apart the atoms within a bond. The weaker the bond, the less energy required to break it apart.

Related terms

Bond Energy:

The amount of energy needed to break one mole of a bond in a substance at its stable state.

Covalent Bond: A type of chemical bond where two atoms share electrons, which can vary in strength.

Ionic Bond:

A type of chemical bond formed through the electrical force between oppositely charged ions, typically stronger than covalent bonds.