The basic element of all organic compounds is:
Correct answer: D. Carbon
- A. Oxygen
- B. Nitrogen
- C. Hydrogen
- D. Carbon
Explanation
The correct answer is carbon. Carbon is unique in its ability to form stable covalent bonds with other elements, including itself, which allows it to serve as the framework for organic compounds. While oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen are important in organic chemistry, they do not form the backbone of organic molecules like carbon does.
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