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Why is carbon able to bond with atoms of other elements in many different ways?

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Answer: Because carbon has four electrons in its valence (outer) shell.

Explanation: Carbon can form four covalent bonds with other atoms or molecules. This enables carbon to share four electron pairs with other atoms.

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