Covalent drugs block protein function by forming a specific bond between the ligand and target protein. A covalent mechanism of action can provide many pharmacological advantages over a reversible ...

Covalent bonding close covalent bondA bond between atoms formed when atoms share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of electrons. leads to the formation of substances with different types of ...

Silica has a giant covalent structure containing silicon atoms (grey) and oxygen atoms (red) Learn more on properties of giant covalent compounds in this podcast. Listen to the full series on BBC ...

Covalent Bond: They are formed by sharing of electrons and have low melting and boiling point. These are soluble in organic solvents and are non-conductor of electricity. However graphite and diamond ...