Bond Strength
Definition
Bond strength refers to the intensity or force with which atoms are held together in a molecule. It's directly related to bond length and inversely related to bond energy.
Analogy
Consider bond strength as friendship strength. The stronger your friendship (bond), the harder it would be for someone else (energy) to pull you apart.
Related terms
Covalent Bonds: These are strong bonds formed by sharing electrons between atoms.
Ionic Bonds: These are bonds formed through electrostatic attraction between ions with opposite charges.
Polar Bonds: These are covalent bonds where electrons are shared unequally leading to regions with slight positive and negative charges.
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