Molecules that are made up of two of the same atom have nonpolar covalent bonds. Which statement best explains this property? (1 point)

Question

• One of the atoms transfers electrons to the other atom.
O The atoms have the same electronegativity.
O The atoms have the same number of valence electrons.
• No electrons are shared between the atoms.

Answer 1

The correct statement that best explains why molecules made up of two of the same atom have nonpolar covalent bonds is:

The atoms have the same electronegativity.

Since both atoms have the same electronegativity, they will equally share the electrons in the bond, resulting in a nonpolar bond.