The correct option is B7 covalent bonds Ethane with molecular formula C2H6 has seven covalent bonds. 6 bonds between C−H and one is between C−C. The six hydrogen atoms will each share their 1 electron with carbon to form six carbon-hydrogen covalent bonds. The two carbon atoms will each share their 1 electron to form one carbon-carbon covalent bond.
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