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A covalent bond is formed as the result of

a.transferring electrons.

b.sharing an electron pair.

c.transferring protons.

d.sharing a proton pair.

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Answer: Sharing an electron pair

Step-by-step explanation:

Covalent bonding is the sharing of electrons between two non metallic elements. Both elements in a covalent bond are completely in octet meaning their outer valence shell is full.

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