OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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How many atoms can a Carbon atom potentially bind to?
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1
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2
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3
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4
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Carbon contains four electrons in its outer shell. Therefore, it can form four covalent bonds with other atoms or molecules.
Detailed explanation-2: -For making four bonds, eight electrons would have to be squeezed in and such a system is highly unstable energetically. So, C-C quadruple bonds do not exist.
Detailed explanation-3: -A quaternary carbon atom, 4°, is bonded to four other carbon atoms (Figure 4.1c).
Detailed explanation-4: -A quaternary carbon is a carbon atom bound to four other carbon atoms.
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