In general, how many bonds does a nonmetal in the second period 2 form?
A) the same number as the number of nonbonding electrons in the atom
B) the same number as the number of unpaired electrons in the atom
C) the same number as the total number of electrons in the atom
D) eight, in accordance with the octet rule
E) It is impossible to predict the number.

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Nonmetals in the second period typically form bonds equal to the number of unpaired electrons in their valence shell to achieve a full octet.

In General, How Many Bonds Does a Nonmetal in the Second