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How many bonds does a hydrogen atom always form?

April 26, 2017Atom bonds form Hydrogen

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How many bonds does a hydrogen atom always form?

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Hydrogen atoms always form 1 bond. This is the maximum they can bind due to it’s structure. For example, oxygen can form 2 bonds under normal circumstances. Hence: H2O, 2 hydrogen atoms with 1 bond and 1 oxygen atom that binds to the two hydrogen atoms. Simple!