Question

what is mean by the term catenation

Answer 1

carbon has the unique ability to form bonds with other atoms of carbon, gives rise to large molecule. this property is called catenation.

Answer 2

in chemistry, catenation is the bonding of atoms of the same element into a series, called a chain. Catenation occurs most readily with carbon, which forms covalent bonds with other carbon atoms to form longer chains in structures.