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Question
Ethane, with the molecular formula C2H6 has ______.
Options
6 covalent bonds.
7 covalent bonds.
8 covalent bonds.
9 covalent bonds.
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Solution
Ethane, with the molecular formula C2H6 has 7 covalent bonds.
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