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Why Carbon Can Form so Many Compounds

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How many double covalent bonds can a single carbon atom form at a time?

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3

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2

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4

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1

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Solution

The correct option is B 2
As the valency of carbon is 4, it can form 4 bonds. So, 2 double covalent bonds can be formed. For example- O=C=O

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