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Question
In which compound forms does carbon occur?
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Solution
Carbon occurs in the following compounds:
- Hydrocarbons: These are organic compounds which are made up of carbon and hydrogen.
- CO2: Carbon also exists as carbon dioxide and occurs in the air in a free state. it is also found as a salt in chalk and limestone.
- Fossil fuel: coal, petroleum, natural gas.
- Carbonaceous nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats.
- Natural fibres: cotton, wool, silk.
- CH4: Carbon also exists as methane.
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