Carbon doesn't have a traditional boiling or freezing point in the way that water does. Here's why:

* Sublimation: Carbon exists primarily as a solid under normal conditions. When heated, it directly transitions from a solid to a gas, skipping the liquid phase entirely. This process is called sublimation.

* High Temperatures: The temperature at which carbon sublimates is extremely high, around 3642°C (6588°F).

So, instead of boiling and freezing points, we talk about carbon's:

* Sublimation point: 3642°C (6588°F)

It's important to note that the sublimation point can vary slightly depending on the specific form of carbon (graphite, diamond, etc.).