1. Consider the carbon atom. Which of the following statements is CORRECT? A) In a carbon atom, the 2s and 2p orbitals are equal in energy. B) A carbon-hydrogen bond in ethane (CH3CH3) is highly polar. C) Carbon has two valence electrons. D) Carbon may form polar or non-polar covalent bonds. O a. A O b. B O C.C O d. D

1. Consider the carbon atom. Which of the following statements is CORRECT? A) In a carbon atom, the 2s and 2p orbitals are equal in energy. B) A carbon-hydrogen bond in ethane (CH3CH3) is highly polar. C) Carbon has two valence electrons. D) Carbon may form polar or non-polar covalent bonds. O a. A O b. B O C.C O d. D

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Chapter12: Chemical Bonding

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