Question

Carbon can not form C⁴+ ion because

Answer 1

it is impossible because it is a non metal

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Answer 2

Explanation:

a Carbon cannot form C4+ cation because of removal of 4 elections from a carbon atom would require a large amount of energy. b Carbon cannot form C4- anion because it would be difficult for the nucleus with 6 protons to hold on to 10 electrons. c Hence carbon atoms share electrons forming covalent compounds.