Which of the following is true about elements?

Question

A.
Elements combine to form compounds in organisms and nonliving substances.
B.
Elements do not combine to form compounds.
C.
Elements combine to form compounds in nonliving substances but not in organisms.
D.
Elements combine to form compounds in organisms but not in nonliving substances.

Answer 1

The correct statement is:

A. Elements combine to form compounds in organisms and nonliving substances.

Elements can indeed combine to form compounds in both living organisms (such as organic compounds) and nonliving substances (like minerals or water).