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Which of the following is an advantage of carbon as a basis for living systems?
Which of the following is an advantage of carbon as a basis for living systems?
- Carbon can easily transfer electrons
- Carbon can form stable bonds with many other elements (correct)
- Carbon has a high affinity for oxygen
- Carbon is abundant in the universe
Why is silicon not a good substitute for carbon in living systems?
Why is silicon not a good substitute for carbon in living systems?
- Silicon is not abundant in the universe
- Silicon cannot form stable bonds with other elements (correct)
- Silicon does not readily interact with water
- Silicon is toxic to living organisms
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
- Prokaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do not
- Prokaryotic cells are smaller than eukaryotic cells
- Prokaryotic cells have a cell wall, while eukaryotic cells do not
- Prokaryotic cells have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do not (correct)
Which of the following is a category of biomolecules?
Which of the following is a category of biomolecules?
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What is the main difference between enantiomers and diastereomers?
What is the main difference between enantiomers and diastereomers?
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