Question

How many bonds are formed between two atoms with 6 shared electrons?

• A. Three single bonds
• B. A double bond and a single bond.
• C. A triple bond
• D. A double bond

Answer 1

The correct option is C

A triple bond

• Sharing of two electrons between two atoms results in formation a single bond. Example: Bond formation in case of hydrogen molecule $(H-H)$
• Sharing of four electrons between two atoms results in formation a double bond. Example: Bond formation in case of oxygen molecule $(O=O)$
• Sharing of six electrons between two atoms results in formation a triple bond. Example: Bond formation in case of nitrogen molecule $(N\equiv$$N)$

Hence the correct option is 'c' i.e. A triple bond.