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A coordinate (dative) bond differs from a normal covalent bond in that

Ano electrons are shared
Belectrons are transferred
Cboth shared electrons come from one atom
Dit is always ionic
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. both shared electrons come from one atom
In a dative bond both electrons of the shared pair are donated by one atom (e.g. NH₄⁺).
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