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which statement describes carbons unique bonding ability? carbon can bo…

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which statement describes carbons unique bonding ability?
carbon can bond with all other atoms.
carbon can easily form 4 covalent bonds with other atoms.
carbon can easily form 2 covalent bonds with other atoms.
carbon can only bond with other carbon atoms.

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Carbon has 4 valence electrons and can share these electrons to form 4 covalent bonds with other atoms. It cannot bond with all other atoms, and it doesn't only bond with carbon - atoms and doesn't typically form 2 covalent bonds as its main bonding ability.

Answer:

Carbon can easily form 4 covalent bonds with other atoms