The Atomic Number of Hydrogen Is 1

question 72

Multiple Choice

The atomic number of hydrogen is 1. Based on this fact, all of the following must be true of hydrogen gas (H₂) EXCEPT that it

• A) is a stable molecule.
• B) uses covalent bonds to form the molecule.
• C) is a polar molecule.
• D) shares one pair of electrons between the two hydrogen atoms.

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Definitions:

Coronary artery disease

A condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries due to plaque buildup, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart.

Atherosclerosis

The accumulation of fatty deposits along the inner walls of arteries.

Total cholesterol

The sum of all the cholesterol types in the bloodstream, including HDL, LDL, and VLDL.