The structure of each type of atom determines how many bonds it can make to other atoms. look at the reference material in section 2.4. which of the statements below is true?
a. nitrogen atoms are unstable, existing for only a matter of minutes or even seconds, before degrading into carbon and hydrogen.
b. a single carbon atom can partner with only one other atom at a time, although the range of potential partners is unlimited.
c. an oxygen atom can bind to two other atoms using single bonds or it can bind to just one other atom using a double bond.
d. a hydrogen atom can bind to up to four other atoms at once; this is why hydrogen is such an important element in our universe.