Carbon

Carbon is a chemical element with the symbol C and atomic number 6. It is a non-metallic element that is essential to all known life on Earth. Carbon is the fourth most abundant element in the universe by mass and the second most abundant element in the human body after oxygen. It is present in all organic compounds and is a key component of many minerals.

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Carbon has a wide range of uses and applications, from fueling our cars and powering our electronics to being a key component in the production of steel and other materials. It is also used in the production of carbon fiber, which is used in high-performance sports equipment and aerospace technology. Additionally, carbon is used in the purification of water and air, as well as in the production of fertilizers and other agricultural products.