How many bonds can a carbon atom form

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Physics

Erik Wong

27 December, 17:41

How many bonds can a carbon atom form

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Tyshawn Vincent · Answer 1

A carbon atom can form the following bonds: Four single bonds.

Eight valence electrons need to be present in carbon's outer shell when considering covalent bonding. The three major types of covalent bonds are single, double, and triple bonds.

Kaden Norris · Answer 2

Kaden Norris 27 December, 21:12

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A carbon atom can form four bonds.