In What Way Would Life Be Different If the Element

question 1

Multiple Choice

In what way would life be different if the element carbon was absent?

• A)There would be no organic compounds.
• B)There would be no inorganic compounds.
• C)Life would not exist in any shape or form.
• D)The concept of pH would not exist.

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Definitions:

False Consensus Effect

The cognitive bias where a person overestimates the extent to which their beliefs, values, or behaviors are normal and shared by others.

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs and perspectives different from one's own.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The inclination to place excessive focus on personal characteristics while undervaluing the impact of environmental conditions in interpreting the actions of others.

Individualism

A cultural orientation that values the independence, autonomy, and self-interest of individuals over groups or collectives.