Which element is capable of forming long chains by forming single, double, or triple bonds with itself?

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Carlos Gregory

Chemistry

8 June, 08:10

Which element is capable of forming long chains by forming single, double, or triple bonds with itself?

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Catenation is the property by which it can make bonds with other carbon atoms to form long chains. Hence, carbon, with the least diffuse valence shell p orbital is capable of forming longer p-p sigma bonded chains of atoms than heavier elements which bond via higher valence shell orbitals.