Question

what are the two properties of carbon which lead to the huge number ofcarbon compounds we see around us. short answer.(mark 2)puzzzz.

Answer 1

It’s tetravalency and ability to combine and form large chains

Answer 2

Ans: (1) Catenation property :- Self linking property of carbon atoms through covalent bond to form long chains and rings .

(2) Tetravalency :- Since carbon has a valency of 4 it is capable of making bonds with four other atoms of carbon or any other element .

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