Why Is Life Based on Carbon-Based Molecules

question 45

Multiple Choice

Why is life based on carbon-based molecules?

• A)Because carbon is found everywhere
• B)Because carbon has unique ionic properties
• C)Because a single carbon can bond with up to four other atoms
• D)Because a single carbon can bond with up to eight other atoms

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