Question

Name the element in the P.T. forming maximum number of compounds
1)
2)
3) F
4) H​

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Carbon is the element which forms the highest number of compounds especially organic compounds due to its catenation (long chain formation)ability. Carbon, with 4 valence atoms and by virtue of being in the 1st row of the periodic table is most suited to form the highest number of compounds.