Covalent interactions (bonds) hold atoms together within molecules. Covalent bonds are strong, with enthalpies are on the order of 100 kcal/mole (400 kjoule/mole). Covalent bonds break during chemical reactions, as during the burning of paper.
Public bodies reports. Public bodies 2014 provides a directory of data on non-departmental public bodies (. ), executive agencies and non-ministerial departments (NMDs), as well as summary information on the size and expenditure of these bodies and information on public appointments.
bodies. 1  1 : the physical whole of a live or dead person or animal the human body. 2  2 : the main part of a person, animal, or plant She held her arms tightly against her body. 3  3 : a human being The resort offered everything a body could want. 4  4 : the main or central part the body of a letter. 5  5 : the main part of a motor vehicle.