Carbon Is Extremely Important Because ____

question 82

Multiple Choice

Carbon is extremely important because ____.

• A) it does not participate in many chemical reactions
• B) it is found only in inorganic matter, not in living organisms
• C) it is only found in organic matter, not in inorganic materials
• D) it dissolves especially well in water
• E) it is an essential building block for organic molecules such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and nucleic acids such as DNA.

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Definitions:

Caldera

A large crater formed by a volcanic eruption, resulting from the collapse of land following the emptying of the volcano's magma chamber.

Dissolved Limestone

The process by which limestone (calcium carbonate) is dissolved into groundwater, contributing to karst landscapes and features such as caves.

Travertine

Travertine is a form of limestone deposited by mineral springs, especially hot springs, often characterized by its terraced appearance.

Flowstone

Any deposit of calcium carbonate or other mineral formed by flowing water on the walls or floor of a cave.