A hydrogen atom does not form more than one covalent bond because it
(a) has only one shell of electrons.
(b) has only one electron to share.
(c) loses its valence electron so readily.
(d) has such a strong electronegativity.
To determine: The correct option for the statement “A hydrogen atom does not form more than one covalent bond because it”
Answer:
The correct option for the statement “A hydrogen atom does not form more than one covalent bond because it” is option (b).
Explanation:
The electrons exist in distinct shells of any atom. The atoms always try to complete their octet (stable configuration) through bonding or sharing the electrons with another atoms.
In covalent bonds, the electrons get shared between the involved atoms to generate the bond.
The hydrogen atom possesses only one electron in its outermost shell. Thus It requires one more electron to complete the shell.
So, hydrogen atom can share only single electron. Thus, it can form only one covalent bond.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the correct option for the statement “A hydrogen atom does not form more than one covalent bond because it” is option (b).
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