Question

Which element forms maximum compounds in chemistry

• A. O
• B. Si
• C. C
• D. H

Answer 1

The correct option is D

H

The explanation for the Correct answer

• As H can form bonds with all metals, metalloids, and non-metals except group 18 it forms a maximum number of compounds.
• The symbol is Hydrogen with the atomic number 1

Uses of Hydrogen
Ammonia synthesis is the most significant use of hydrogen.
A large amount of hydrogen is consumed in the catalytic hydrogenation of vegetable oils to extract solid fat.
It is also consumed as a rocket fuel when combined with oxygen, and as a rocket propellant by nuclear energy.
Hydrogen is burnt as a fuel to burn in internal combustion engines.

Therefore the correct option is (D) i.e Hydrogen(H).