In a Covalently Bonded Molecule, the Number of Electrons That

question 18

Multiple Choice

In a covalently bonded molecule, the number of electrons that an atom shares with others is usually equal to the number of electrons

• A)in the atom.
• B)in its nucleus.
• C)in all the atoms.
• D)in its ion.
• E)needed to give it a stable electron configuration.

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