Question

How many covalent bonds must each carbon atom have around it in an organic or biochemical molecule? 1 2 3 4

Answer 1

Answer:

4 covalent bonds

Explanation:

Each carbon atom can form as many as four covalent bonds with other carbon atoms as well as with other elements. Be able to explain why this is so. Be able to list the four main groups of organic molecules and their functions in living things.