Question

why are organic compounds present in such a large number​

Answer 1

Explanation:

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Carbon forms large number of compound due to following reasons: 1. Catenation: The unique property of the 'C' element to be able to form continuous links with other 'C' atoms through covalency called catenation, is one reason for the existence of a large number of organic compounds.

Answer 2

All the organic compounds contain carbon in them . And carbon has an excellent property of catenation by which it can form bonds with other carbon atoms and form a big chain or ring or branched chain forming large molecules.