Carbon forms a large number of compounds due to its unique property of:
A. Catenation and tetravalency
B. Forming ionic bonds
C. Electrovalency
D. High electronegativity
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Carbon's ability to form bonds with other carbon atoms (catenation) and its tetravalency (four valence electrons) allow it to form long chains, branches, and rings, leading to millions of organic compounds. The C-C bond is strong (bond energy ~348 kJ/mol). Silicon also shows catenation but to much lesser extent. Carbon also forms multiple bonds, enhancing diversity.
Explanation:
Polythene (polyethylene) softens on heating and can be remolded, thus thermoplastic. Bakelite and melamine are thermosetting (cannot be remolded). Vulcanized rubber is also thermoset due to cross-linking. Thermoplastics have linear or branched chains, no cross-links.
Explanation:
NPK is a mixed (complex) fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Urea is a straight nitrogenous fertilizer. Ammonium sulfate is nitrogenous. Superphosphate is phosphatic. Mixed fertilizers supply two or more primary nutrients. They can be granulated or blended. DAP provides N and P, but NPK provides all three.
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