The name of the chemical bond between two atoms is a "covalent bond." In a covalent bond, atoms share electrons to achieve greater stability in their outer electron shells. This type of bond typically occurs between nonmetal atoms, allowing them to form molecules. The strength of covalent bonds varies depending on the number of shared electron pairs, with single, double, and triple bonds representing one, two, and three pairs of shared electrons, respectively. Covalent bonding is fundamental to the structure of organic compounds, including proteins, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates, which are essential for life.