Single Answer MCQ
Q-00039982
Why does carbon tend to form covalent bonds rather than ionic bonds?
1
It has more protons than electrons.
2
It has 4 valence electrons.
3
It can easily form cations.
4
It is a noble gas.
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. It has 4 valence electrons.
Solution:
Carbon has 4 valence electrons and requires four more to achieve a stable configuration. Forming covalent bonds by sharing is energetically more favorable than gaining or losing electrons.
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