JAMB Chemistry 2023 Objective — Question 37

Question 37 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The ability of an element to form long chains with its own atoms is referred to as

A. Bonding
B. Atomisation
C. CatenationCorrect
D. Chain reaction

Explanation

Catenation is the property of an atom forming long chains/rings by bonding with its own atoms. Carbon is the best example — it forms millions of organic compounds.

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