What is meant by the term carbon skeleton, and how can carbon skeletons vary?
a) Carbon skeleton refers to the backbone of carbon atoms in organic molecules; they can vary in length, branching, and the presence of functional groups.
b) Carbon skeleton refers to the arrangement of carbon atoms in inorganic molecules; they can vary in complexity and symmetry.
c) Carbon skeleton refers to the structure of carbon-based compounds; they can vary in size and shape.
d) Carbon skeleton refers to the arrangement of carbon atoms in minerals; they can vary in crystal lattice structure.