The formation of complex molecules that form life is made possible by what understanding regarding carbon?
A)Carbon forms a maximum of 8 covalent bonds.
B)Carbon can form a maximum of 6 covalent bonds.
C)Carbon forms up to 4 covalent bonds.
D)Carbon form 2 covalent bonds.
E)Carbon forms an ions and cations.

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Carbon is able to form up to four covalent bonds, allowing it to form many different and complex molecules necessary for life, such as amino acids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates.

The Formation of Complex Molecules That Form Life Is Made