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Physical Environment > Carbon |
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This site tells the story of the history of the universe. Click Earlier and Later to follow the story. Note: Many facts have been simplified to make them easier to understand. |
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Carbon atoms were formed inside red giant stars and thrown out of them in a supernova.
They are part of many of the molecules of life. Carbon atoms can make 4 covalent bonds, as explained by the shell model of the atom. For the size of carbon atoms, click here. |
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