Hydrogen generally forms covalent compounds. Give a reason.

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Because of ionization enthalpy, hydrogen resembles more with halogens, is 520 kJ mol^-1, F is 1680 kJ mol^-1and that of His 1312 kJ mol^-1. Like halogens, it forms a diatomic molecule, combining with elements to form hydrides and a lar