Question

The reason behind large number of organic compounds is ___

• A. Unique bonding character with Oxygen
• B. Position of oxygen in periodic table
• C. Unique nature of Carbon atoms
• D. Unique nature of bonding with hydrogen

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Unique nature of Carbon atoms

Carbon is the only element that can form so many different compounds because of its ability to form extended chains with itself. These carbon-carbon bonds exceptionally stable and the length can vary greatly . Also, each carbon atom can form four chemical bonds to other atoms, and because the carbon atom is just the right small size, carbon atoms fit in comfortably as parts of very large molecules.