The modern definition of organic chemistry shifted from 'compounds derived from living sources' to the study of carbon compounds. Which unique property of carbon is primarily responsible for the vast

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The modern definition of organic chemistry shifted from 'compounds derived from living sources' to the study of carbon compounds. Which unique property of carbon is primarily responsible for the vast number of organic compounds?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. Carbon shows a special property called catenation, where it can connect with other carbon atoms to form long chains and rings (self-catenation) and with other elements (cross-catenation), leading to a wide variety of compounds.

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