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Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems

Bonding Characteristics of Methane

Very Easy Organic Chemistry Structure And Bonding

In organic chemistry, understanding the structure and bonding between atoms is critical for predicting the behavior of molecules. For example, consider a simple molecule like methane (CH4), which consists of one carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms. The carbon atom forms four equivalent sp3 hybridized bonds with the hydrogen atoms, leading to a tetrahedral geometry.

Based on this information, which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of the bonding in methane?

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