Which of the following represents the correct Lewis structure for methane (CH4)?

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Which of the following represents the correct Lewis structure for methane (CH4)? — Exam MCQ

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A. A carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms with single bonds — Methane's Lewis structure shows a central carbon atom sharing one electron pair with each of four hydrogen atoms, forming C-H single (sigma) bonds and giving carbon a complete octet. Carbon forms four single covalent bonds with four hydrogen atoms. Each bond shares one pair of electrons.

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B. A carbon atom bonded to one hydrogen atom with a double bond

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C. A carbon atom bonded to two hydrogen atoms with double bonds

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D. A carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms with triple bonds

Which of the following represents the correct Lewis structure for methane (CH4)?

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