Question

how many valence electrons does hydrogen have

Answer 1

Answer:

15.4: Lewis Structures: Counting Valence Electrons

Steps for Writing Lewis Structures Example 15.4.1

1. Determine the total number of valence electrons in the molecule or ion. Each H atom (group 1) has 1 valence electron, and the O atom (group 16) has 6 valence electrons, for a total of 8 valence electrons.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Hydrogen forms 1 single bond when there is a s-s overlap which is the greatest overlap but it can also form 2 single bond where there are 2 s-p overlaps such as is Even in compounds like B2H6, H seems to make 2 bonds but it doesn't. As you can see the two Hydrogen atoms in the centre make 2 bonds each with Boron.

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