A certain atom in a molecule has a formal charge of 0 and when illustrated in a covalent bonding, has one single bond and three lone pairs. The atom is most li kely to be found in: Alkali metals Alkaline earth metals Boron family Carbon family Nitrogen family Chalcogens Halogens Noble/Inert gases Transition metals

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A certain atom in a molecule has a formal charge of 0 and when illustrated in a
covalent bonding, has one single bond and three lone pairs. The atom is most li
kely to be found in:
Alkali metals
Alkaline earth metals
Boron family
Carbon family
Nitrogen family
Chalcogens
Halogens
Noble/Inert gases
Transition metals
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