What Makes Carbon Such an Abundant Element in Biomolecules

question 19

Multiple Choice

What makes carbon such an abundant element in biomolecules?

• A) It can form up to five bonds by sharing its electrons.
• B) It forms only single bonds.
• C) It provides low bond energy.
• D) It forms stable covalent bonds by electron pair sharing.
• E) It does not usually bond to other carbons, allowing a more diverse combination of elements.

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