Carbon’s position on the periodic table is also very interesting. As we know by
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Question
Carbon’s position on the periodic table is also very interesting. As we know by now, all elements are arranged so that show a trend in properties of these elements along periods and groups could be clearly observed. For example, Group 8A is unique in that it includes the noble gases, which have full valence electron shells. Atoms with full valence electrons shells are very stable and thus do not tend to form chemical bonds and have little tendency to gain or lose electrons. Said another way, noble gases show very low chemical reactivity.
Question:
What is the group assigned to carbon in the periodic table? How can its position in the periodic table tell you about its versatility?
Explanation / Answer
group assigned to carbon in the periodic table is 4 A.
because of its position in the 4th group it has always four valence electrons that means it can form always 4 covalent bonds. cabon got versatility due to its constnat property to form 4 covalent properties.