Do $H$ and $H$ form a polar covalent bond?

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Answer 1 · 2018-01-23T04:13:55

No.

$H$ and $H$ can form $H_2$ , also known as hydrogen gas.

Since both hydrogens have equal electronegativity, the bond is therefore non-polar, and electrons spend equal time around each nucleus.

However, since both elements are non-metals, and share electrons in their bonds, it is a covalent bond.

So no, it is not a polar covalent bond, but a non-polar covalent bond.

Do HH and HH form a polar covalent bond?