Why is carbon called the element of life?

Answer 1

Carbon's ability to combine with other carbon atoms and other

elements allows it to produce a vast array of chemical substances.

The secret of this unusual element lies in its atomic

structure. Carbon's atomic number is 6. It is a small atom with

four electrons in its outer valence level, and it needs four more

electrons to fill its valence level. It usually does this by making

four covalent bonds with other atoms. Carbon's small size

also allows it to make short, strong, stable covalent bonds.

Answer 2

Because they are made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen (Carbo=Carbon, Hydr=Hydrogen, ates = oxygen)

Answer 3

It comes from the latin word carbo, coal. Because coal is made mostly of carbon.(:

Answer 4

The name "carbon" comes from Latin 'carbo' meaning: coal

2nd Answer:

'Carbo', in turn, relates back to the much older word for fire, namely, "kar".

Answer 5

Bcoz it forms four bonds.