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What type of bond is formed between two atoms when six electrons are shared between them?
What type of bond is formed between two atoms when six electrons are shared between them?
Triple bond
How many covalent bonds are formed in a water (H2O) molecule?
How many covalent bonds are formed in a water (H2O) molecule?
Two covalent bonds
What is the electron configuration of nitrogen in a nitrogen molecule (N2) when forming a triple bond?
What is the electron configuration of nitrogen in a nitrogen molecule (N2) when forming a triple bond?
Nearest noble gas configuration (Ne)
Why can carbon form so many compounds?
Why can carbon form so many compounds?
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In a methane molecule (CH4), how many hydrogen atoms share electrons with carbon?
In a methane molecule (CH4), how many hydrogen atoms share electrons with carbon?
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What are compounds of carbon with double bonds and triple bonds called?
What are compounds of carbon with double bonds and triple bonds called?
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What are compounds of carbon with carbon-carbon single bonds called?
What are compounds of carbon with carbon-carbon single bonds called?
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Why is it difficult for a carbon atom to form a stable ion by losing or gaining electrons?
Why is it difficult for a carbon atom to form a stable ion by losing or gaining electrons?
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What type of bonding involves the transfer of valence electrons between a metal and a nonmetal?
What type of bonding involves the transfer of valence electrons between a metal and a nonmetal?
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How are ionic compounds held together?
How are ionic compounds held together?
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