In a covalent bond, the atoms are held together by the pull that each nucleus feels toward the shared electrons. This means that the nuclei of the atoms involved in the bond are attracted to the electrons that are being shared between them.
Here's a breakdown of why this is the correct answer:
1. In a covalent bond, atoms share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.
2. Each atom contributes one or more electrons to the shared electron pair.
3. The nuclei of the atoms are positively charged and are attracted to the negatively charged shared electrons.
4. This shared electron pair creates a bond between the atoms by holding them together due to the electrostatic attraction between the positive nuclei and the negative electrons.
Therefore, the pull that each nucleus feels toward the shared electrons is what holds the atoms together in a covalent bond.
