What is the bond If atom X forms a diatomic molecule with itself?

Answer 1

Diatomic bonds are covalent bonds between two of the same atoms. These atoms are the ones that end with -gen

Elements that form diatomic molecules:

Hydrogen

Oxygen

Flourine*

Chlorine*

Bromine*

Iodine*

Astatine*

*note that these elements are in the halogen group

Answer 2

The bond formed when atom X forms a diatomic molecule with itself is a covalent bond. In a diatomic molecule, two atoms of the same element share a pair of electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration. This sharing of electrons creates a strong bond between the two atoms.

Answer 3

Covalent bond.