 Custom Search Lewis Dot of Methane CH4 Since all the atoms are in either period 1 or 2, this molecule will adhere to the octet rule. The exception, of course, being the hydrogen's. They follow the duet rule (2 electrons). Methane is the first member of the alkane series. It is the simplest component of natural gas.
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