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What usually happens to the electron configuration of an atom when it forms a covalent bond?
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What usually happens to the electron configuration of an atom when it forms a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is when atoms share electrons, therefore, giving it a neutral charge. They share electrons, so the electrons are shared between the atoms to make them stable. 
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