Elements of Life

Name the element that makes up most of the mass/ body weight of a living thing.

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

Sulfur can be found in which of the following molecules?

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• DNA

• lipids

These two elements are needed to form water, the most common molecules in living things.

• Carbon and Oxygen

• Hydrogen and Oxygen

• Nitrogen and Phosphorus

• Sulfur and Carbon

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This element is needed so that red blood cells can carry oxygen to all parts of the body.

• Calcium

• Zinc

• Sodium

• Iron

This element helps to build bones and teeth. It also helps in blood clotting after injury.

• Calcium

• Zinc

• Sodium

• Iron

What types of molecules contains both Carbon & Hydrogen and most important to living things?

• inorganic

• organic

• covalent

• ionic

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Phosphorus can be found in which of the following molecules?

• proteins

• DNA

• water

• enzymes

Which element is necessary for aerobic respiration?

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

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Which element is the primary component of proteins and is essential for the structure and function of living cells?

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

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Which element is crucial for the formation of ATP, the energy currency of the cell?

• Phosphorus

• Sulfur

• Calcium

• Iron

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