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Why is O2 a covalent bond?

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Answer: A covalent polar bond between oxygen and carbon is known as carbon – oxygen bond. Six valence electrons are present within Oxygen. O2 is specifically known as covalent molecule as each atom of Oxygen requires two valence electrons for completing its Octet. For satisfying this requirement each atom of Oxygen shares two of its valence electrons with another atom of Oxygen for formation of strong Oxygen-Oxygen double bond.