Why does methane have 4×C−H bonds? Chemistry Ionic Bonds Covalent compounds 1 Answer anor277 Feb 17, 2017 Because CH4 is the formula of the methane molecule.......i.e. a carbon nucleus can form up to 4×C−H bonds...... Explanation: Methane is the first of a series of the homologous alkanes, general formula, CnH2n+2. The next member is ethane, C2H6, then propane, C3H8........ Answer link Related questions Question #c4f8c What is a covalent compound? What are some examples of covalent compounds? What is an example of a covalent compound practice problem? Is calcium sulfate an ionic or covalent compound? Why can covalent compounds conduct electricity? How do covalent compounds differ from ionic compounds? Why do covalent compounds follow the octet rule? What covalent compound is CO? What covalent compound is N2S? See all questions in Covalent compounds Impact of this question 2106 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License