Carbon atoms come together in a large number to form extremely big molecules. What is the cause of this unique property of carbon?

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Because it has four electrons in its second orbital, which can accommodate eight carbon can combine in many different ways , and it can form very large molecules. Carbon bonds are strong and can stay together in water. carbon is such a versatile element that almost 10 million different carbon compounds exits.

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