When oxygen (Group 16) bonds with itself (O2), how does it bond based on its valence electrons?(1 point)

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A double bond forms between each oxygen atom, with both atoms sharing four electrons.
A double bond forms between each oxygen atom, with both atoms sharing four electrons.

A single bond composed of two electrons forms between the two oxygen atoms.
A single bond composed of two electrons forms between the two oxygen atoms.

Both oxygen atoms bond to one another and collect other elements, such as hydrogen, to fill their outer energy shell.
Both oxygen atoms bond to one another and collect other elements, such as hydrogen, to fill their outer energy shell.

Each oxygen atom shares its six valence electrons to make a stable energy shell of eight electrons.

Answer 1

A double bond forms between each oxygen atom, with both atoms sharing four electrons.