Question

Why does carbon show catenation to maximum extent list two reasons

Answer 1

Answer:

Carbon shows catenation to a maximum extent because of its electronic configuration and tendency to form strong covalent bonds. The bond energy of C-C bond is greater than N-N bond and thus catenation in nitrogen is restricted to 2 or 3 nitrogen atoms.

Answer 2

Answer: It is so because of the small size of carbon atoms and because of the nature of carbon to make stable bonds with itself

Explanation:

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