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Which is the central element for all living things?
A. carbon
B. hydrogen
C. oxygen
D. nitrogen

Asked by coyhoward123

Answer (1)

The central element for all living things is carbon due to its ability to form diverse organic compounds essential for life. It bonds with various elements to create crucial biological molecules like proteins and DNA. Without carbon, the complex processes that underpin life would not exist. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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