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Carbon forms particularly strong bonds with other elements partly because of its

Question
Carbon forms particularly strong bonds with other elements partly because of its
Large atomic size
Small atomic size, which lets the nucleus hold shared electrons strongly
High reactivity as a metal
Tendency to form ions easily
Answer
Small atomic size, which lets the nucleus hold shared electrons strongly
Detailed Explanation
Carbon's small atomic size allows its nucleus to hold onto shared electron pairs strongly, forming strong, stable bonds.
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