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What ability allows carbon atoms to form a large number of molecules?

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Carbon bonding is the ability that allows carbon atoms to form a large number of molecules. The carbon atom is able to share four electrons in its outer shell with other atoms. The most common type of bond formed by carbon is a covalent bond.
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