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How can covalent bonds be described?
Can you give an example of a molecule that is held together by covalent bonds?
Sure! Water (H2O) is a good example of a molecule held together by covalent bonds. The hydrogen atoms share electrons with the oxygen atom, creating a stable, tetrahedral shape. This molecular structure gives water its unique polarity and many of its important properties, such as its ability to dissolve other substances.