EGCSE Physical Science · Bonding · 4 min
The Water Molecule:
Why H₂O is bent
Narrated explanationReady
A water molecule is one oxygen atom sharing electrons with two hydrogen atoms. These shared pairs are called covalent bonds.
Two covalent bonds and two lone pairs make water bent, not straight.
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Oxygen
The larger central atom with six outer electrons.
Quick check
1. What type of bond holds a water molecule together?
2. How many hydrogen atoms are in one water molecule?