Question

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question 1
0.5 pts
a single carbon atom can have a maximum of how many bonds?
4
2
3
6

Explanation:

Carbon has an atomic number of 6, with an electron configuration of 1s²2s²2p². The valence shell (second shell) has 4 electrons (2 in 2s and 2 in 2p). To achieve a stable octet (8 electrons in the valence shell), carbon can share 4 electrons, forming a maximum of 4 covalent bonds.

Answer:

A. 4