Covalent interactions (bonds) hold atoms together within molecules. Covalent bonds are strong, with enthalpies are on the order of 100 kcal/mole (400 kjoule/mole). Covalent bonds break during chemical reactions, as during the burning of paper.
Public bodies reports. Public bodies 2014 provides a directory of data on non-departmental public bodies (. ), executive agencies and non-ministerial departments (NMDs), as well as summary information on the size and expenditure of these bodies and information on public appointments.
public health, n a field of medicine that deals with the physical and mental health of the community, particularly in such areas as water supply, waste disposal, air pollution, and food safety. public health authority, n a governmental agency responsible for matters of public health.