If a neutral atom has 12 electrons, how many can be used for creating bonds? A. 12 B. 1 C. 2 D. 4

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Edgaras Karka · Answer 1 · 2019-05-01T06:16:24+0000

Answer:

C. 2.

Step-by-step explanation:

The electronic configuration of the neutral atom is: 2,8,2.

So, it has 2 valence electrons that are able to create bonds.

Thus, the right choice is: C. 2.