Question

Which of the following accurately describes carbon atoms? A. Carbon atoms are only found in two of the four main macromolecules. B. Carbon atoms can bond to other carbon atoms. C. Carbon atoms only have three electrons available for bonding. D. When carbon atoms bond to other carbon atoms, they can only form triple bonds.

Answer 1

The answer is B. Carbon atoms can bond to other carbon atoms. In fact, carbon has four electrons to form four bonds with other atoms, including carbon. Carbon is the most common and used element in the world because it makes up all living things. All four main macromolecules also contain carbon.