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The section explores the unique properties of carbon that allow for the formation of covalent bonds. It details how carbon's tetravalency leads to the creation of various organic compounds through shared electron pairs, along with practical examples of simple molecules formed through this bonding.
In this section, we delve into the concept of covalent bonds, particularly in carbon compounds. Carbon, with an atomic number of 6, has four valence electrons, allowing it to bind with other atoms by sharing these electrons instead of gaining or losing them, which is common in ionic bonding. This sharing results in strong covalent bonds. The reactivity and stability of carbon compounds stem from this bonding capability. As a versatile element, carbon forms a wide variety of compounds necessary for life, including hydrocarbons such as methane. Understanding the nature of these bonds and their implications in molecular structure helps illustrate why carbon is central to organic chemistry and biological systems.
Covalent Bond: A bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms.
Catenation: The ability of carbon to form chains and rings with itself.
Tetravalency: Carbon's ability to form four bonds.
Carbon's bonds are shared to gleam, Tetra-valent is the dream!
Once upon a time, in the world of molecules, Carbon wanted to connect with friends. It learned to share its electrons, making wonderful bonds that formed nature's building blocks.
C-A-B for Covalent - Atoms Bonding.
Methane (CH₄) consists of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms bonded through covalent bonds.
Ethylene (C₂H₄) is an example of a compound containing a double bond between carbon atoms.
Term: Covalent Bond
Definition: A type of chemical bond where atoms share pairs of electrons.
A type of chemical bond where atoms share pairs of electrons.
Term: Catenation
Definition: The ability of an element to bond with itself, forming long chains or structures.
The ability of an element to bond with itself, forming long chains or structures.
Term: Tetravalent
Definition: An atom that can form four bonds, like carbon.
An atom that can form four bonds, like carbon.
Term: Hydrocarbon
Definition: Compounds composed exclusively of hydrogen and carbon.
Compounds composed exclusively of hydrogen and carbon.