Which of the following is a tenet of valence bond theory?

A) Electrons must not be shared.
B) Orbitals must overlap.
C) Orbitals must not overlap.
D) Electrons must remain localized.

Valence Bond Theory

A theory that explains how electron pairs between atoms form chemical bonds, focusing on electron sharing to achieve noble gas configuration.

Electrons

Subatomic particles with a negative electric charge, found in all atoms and playing a key role in chemical reactions and electricity.

Orbitals

Mathematical functions that describe the regions around an atomic nucleus where an electron is likely to be found, each with its own energy level and shape.