Question

What is Catenation and tetravalency.?​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Catenation: It is the ability to form bonds with other atoms of carbon.

Tetravalency: With the valency of four, carbon is capable of bonding with four other atoms.

Answer 2

Answer:

(a) Catenation: Carbon has the unique ability to form bonds with other atoms of carbon, giving rise to large molecules. This property is called catenation.

(b)Tetravalency: Carbon has a valency of four, so it is capable of bonding with four other atoms of carbon or atoms of some other monovalent element