Which of the following is true of chemical bonds?

A) Electrons are always shared.
B) Electrons can be shared or completely transferred.
C) Chemical bonds cannot occur between two identical atoms.
D) Atoms can achieve a higher energy state and less stability by forming bonds.


Answer: B

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