Which of the Following Is Not a Basic Element of Life

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a basic element of life?

• A) Phosphorous
• B) Hydrogen
• C) Nitrogen
• D) Oxygen
• E) All of the above are basic elements of life

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Definitions:

Opsin Evolution

The evolutionary development and diversification of opsin proteins, which are crucial for light sensitivity in the visual systems of various organisms.

Deuterostomes

A major group of animals defined by their embryonic development, in which the first opening (the blastopore) becomes the anus.

Photoreceptors

Cells or organs in organisms that respond to light, allowing for the perception of visual images or light-dependent physiological responses.

Crotamine

A toxic peptide found in the venom of certain South American rattlesnakes, known for its antimicrobial and pain-inducing properties.