Chemistry · Chemical Bonding

Which of the following best defines a co-ordinate (dative) bond?

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1A weak electrostatic attraction between a hydrogen atom and a highly electronegative atom.
2A type of covalent bond where both electrons in the shared pair are contributed by a single atom.✓
3A bond formed by the complete transfer of electrons from a metal to a non-metal.
4A bond formed by the mutual sharing of one electron from each participating atom.

Correct answer

A type of covalent bond where both electrons in the shared pair are contributed by a single atom.

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