Question

question #15
the atoms that make up oxygen gas
a share two covalent bonds.
b have a definite shape.
c share a pair of neutrons.
d have two free electrons.

Explanation:

Oxygen gas (\(O_2\)) is composed of two oxygen atoms. Each oxygen atom has 6 valence electrons. To achieve a stable electron configuration (octet rule), the two oxygen atoms share two pairs of electrons, forming a double covalent bond (\(O = O\)).

• Option B: Gases do not have a definite shape. They take the shape of their container.
• Option C: Bonds are formed by sharing electrons, not neutrons.
• Option D: In \(O_2\), the electrons are shared in covalent bonds and are not free.

Answer:

A. share two covalent bonds.