Question

a scientist has isolated an organic molecule from a new alien life form she is studying. which statement is true about this organic molecule? a carbon atom in this molecule will share electrons with one or more carbon atoms also contained within this molecule. the carbon atoms present in this molecule will only ever demonstrate two bonding sites (i.e., could only form a maximum of two covalent bonds). there will only be one carbon atom present in this molecule, and no hydrogen or oxygen atoms. this molecule must be linear in shape because organic molecules are never circular or
ing - shaped.\

Explanation:

Organic molecules are defined by carbon-based structures. Carbon has 4 valence electrons, allowing it to form up to 4 covalent bonds (disproving B). It commonly bonds with other carbon atoms (enabling long chains/rings, supporting A). Organic molecules often have multiple carbons and include H/O (disproving C). They can be ring-shaped (e.g., benzene, disproving D). Thus, A is the only true statement.

Answer:

A. A carbon atom in this molecule will share electrons with one or more carbon atoms also contained within this molecule.