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Which statement best explains why carbon is present in so many kinds of molecules? (Points : 1)

It is rare on earth.


It can form four covalent bonds.


It has no valence electrons.


It can become an ion

Verified Answer :

The statement which best explains why carbon is present in so many kinds of molecules is becauseĀ it can form four covalent bonds.
It isn't rare on Earth, so A is incorrect. It has valence electrons, so C is incorrect. It cannot become an ion, so D is incorrect.

Answer:

The answer is "It can form four covalent bonds."