Single Bonds

Definition

Single bonds refer to the sharing of one pair of electrons between two atoms. It is the simplest and most common type of chemical bond in which each atom contributes one electron to form a shared pair.

Related terms

Double Bonds:

Double bonds involve the sharing of two pairs of electrons between two atoms.

Triple Bonds:

Triple bonds involve the sharing of three pairs of electrons between two atoms.

Covalent Bonds:

Covalent bonds are formed when atoms share electrons, including both single, double, and triple bonds.