Question

how many bonds do each of the following make? carbon (c) nitrogen (n) oxygen (o) bromine (br) 1 2 3 4 which of the following do you think would melt first, nacl (ionic bond) or c6h12o6 (covalent bond)? nacl c6h12o6

Explanation:

• Carbon (C) typically forms 4 covalent bonds as it has 4 valence electrons and needs 4 more to complete its octet.
• Nitrogen (N) usually forms 3 covalent bonds as it has 5 valence electrons and requires 3 more to achieve an octet.
• Oxygen (O) generally forms 2 covalent bonds since it has 6 valence electrons and needs 2 more for a full octet.
• Bromine (Br) commonly forms 1 covalent bond as it has 7 valence electrons and needs 1 more to complete its octet.

Answer:

1. Carbon (C): 4
2. Nitrogen (N): 3
3. Oxygen (O): 2
4. Bromine (Br): 1