Question

what causes the existence of very large number of carbon compounds ? explain

Answer 1

The existence of large no. Of carbon compounds is possible due to its two unique properties. First is the tetra valency with which it can share electrons. Second is the property of catenation. With this property it make as many as long chains and form many new stable compounds that can be there freely in nature... and it is also possible because of its small size

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