An atom has four electrons in its valence shell. what types of covalent bonds is it capable of forming?

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An atom with four electrons in its valence shell is capable of forming:

single bonds and atom with the described characteristics, can form 4 single bonds or a combination of single bonds and double or triple bonds. Ex alkanes

double bonds this atom can form one double bond and two single bonds or two double bonds. Ex alkenes

triple bonds this atom can form one triple bond and one single bond, Ex alkynes.