Total number of valence electrons in CH4 is:
Correct answer: A. 8
- A. 8
- B. 10
- C. 9
- D. 12
Explanation
To determine the total number of valence electrons in CH4 (methane), we need to consider the valence electrons of each atom in the molecule. Methane has 1 carbon and 4 hydrogen atoms. Carbon has 4 valence electrons, and hydrogen has 1 valence electron each. Let's calculate the total number of valence electrons in CH4: 1 carbon atom x 4 valence electrons = 4 valence electrons 4 hydrogen atoms x 1 valence electron each = 4 valence electrons Total valence electrons in CH4 = 4 + 4 = 8 valence electrons.
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