Carbon Structures Chemistry

The atomic number of carbon is 6, which represents the number of electrons.

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A carbon atom is considered to be special and unique because it can bond with other carbon atoms to an almost unlimited degree.

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Organic compounds are group of compounds that contain the element carbon.

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Carbon, the fifth most abundant element in the universe, has been known since ancient times.

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Diamond, one of the softest materials known, is a form of carbon that is primarily used as a lubricant.

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Carbon has a few unique bonding properties - the most important of which is its ability to form long chains of carbon. More elements can do this.

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Both diamond and graphite are insoluble in water.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Carbon is a metal.

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TRUE OR FALSE: The carbon atom has 6 protons, 7 neutrons and 8 electrons.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Carbon is one of the most abundant element in the universe.

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