The term catenation describes the
◦ tendency of carbon atoms to form cations in the presence of alkali metals.
◦ process of creating synthetic gas from coal.
◦ extraction of precious metals with sodium or potassium cyanide.
◦ ability of carbon atoms to form long chains and rings.
◦ interaction of Group 4A elements with Group 8A elements at high pressures and temperatures to form coordination compounds.