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A covalent bond in which both shared electrons come from the same atom is called a:

1. Coordinate (dative) covalent bond
2. Polar covalent bond
3. Ionic bond
4. Metallic bond

Answer

A. Coordinate (dative) covalent bond

Solution

Example: the bond between NH3 and H+ in NH4+.

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