80.5k views
2 votes
Which element is capable of forming long chains by forming single, double, or triple bonds with itself? A) carbon B) hydrogen C) nitrogen D) oxygen

2 Answers

5 votes

_________ is the only element capable of forming stable, extended chains of atoms bonded into single, double, or triple bonds. Hydrocarbons containing carbons which are bonded by only single bonds. Hydrocarbons containing at least on Carbon-Carbon bond which is a double bond.

User Jus
by
6.2k points
3 votes

A.) Carbon is the answer you are looking for


User BaggersIO
by
5.4k points