Question

how many electrons are shared when two atoms form a triple bond?
a. 2
b. 3
c. 6
d. 8

Explanation:

A single bond shares 2 electrons (1 pair), a double bond shares 4 electrons (2 pairs), and a triple bond shares 6 electrons (3 pairs). Each bond pair has 2 electrons. So for a triple bond, the number of shared electrons is \(3\times2 = 6\).

Answer:

C. 6