Bond Strength

Definition

Bond strength refers to the intensity or force with which atoms are held together in a molecule. It's directly related to bond length and inversely related to bond energy.

Related terms

Covalent Bonds: These are strong bonds formed by sharing electrons between atoms.

Ionic Bonds: These are bonds formed through electrostatic attraction between ions with opposite charges.

Polar Bonds: These are covalent bonds where electrons are shared unequally leading to regions with slight positive and negative charges.