Question

Write a brief note on the occurrence of carbon.

Answer 1

• Carbon is a non-metallic element. [0.5 Marks]
• It is abundant in nature and can be found in both a free and a combined state. [0.5 Marks]
• Carbon in the free state is found as diamond and graphite and in the combined state. [0.5 Marks]
• In the atmosphere, carbon is present in 0.04 % and the earth's crust at 0.02 %. [0.5 Marks]