What happens to the entropy of two atoms when a covalent bond forms between them?

A. The entropy of both atoms decreases.
B. The entropy is unchanged.
C. One atom passes its entropy to the other.
D. The entropy of both atoms increases.
E. Entropy is formed as heat.


Answer: A

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