Question

When carbon dioxide is formed, one carbon atom forms double covalent bonds with two oxygen atoms. Carbon dioxide is considered
Responses
A less stable than the individual atoms because it is a gas.less stable than the individual atoms because it is a gas.
B less stable than the individual atoms because it can be decomposed readily.less stable than the individual atoms because it can be decomposed readily.
C more stable than individual atoms as now the outer energy levels of all atoms are filled.more stable than individual atoms as now the outer energy levels of all atoms are filled.
D more stable than the individual atoms because together they form a more massive substance.

Answer 1

C more stable than individual atoms as now the outer energy levels of all atoms are filled.