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An element which is tetravalent and forms the basis of organic chemistry is:A.CarbonB.HydrogenC.IronD.Phosphorus

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The element which is tetravalent and forms the basis of organic chemistry is A. Carbon. Carbon has four valence electrons, allowing it to form stable covalent bonds with other carbon atoms and a variety of other elements, giving rise to the vast diversity of organic compounds.