Carbon Forms the Backbone of Our Complex DNA Structure Primarily

question 23

Multiple Choice

Carbon forms the backbone of our complex DNA structure primarily because

• A) it is the most abundant element in the universe after hydrogen and helium.
• B) it reacts easily with oxygen.
• C) it remains solid even at high temperatures.
• D) a carbon atom can bond with up to four other atoms at a time.
• E) it can form multiple types of crystal structures.

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