Question

if a carbon atom has 6 electrons (2 in the first energy shell and 4 in the 2nd energy shell), how many bonds can it form

Answer 1

4 bonds

Step-by-step explanation:

Carbon is a unique element that completes its octet by forming four hydrogen bonds.

- All four hydrogen bonds= Methane

- 2 covalent, hydrogen bonds= Ethene

- 3 covalent, 1 hydrogen= Ethyne