Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321809246
ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 20 - Sections 20.1-20.14 - Exercises - Review Questions - Page 991: 4

Answer

Carbon is a highly unique element whose properties allow it to form a large number of compounds.

Work Step by Step

It can form four single covalent bonds, or double or triple bonds. It also forms chains easily.
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