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Characteristics of Life

Question 6 • Biology, VIA Fall 2026, Lstrange@sdale.org

Click the statement that best describes the role of each element in living organisms.Nitrogen

Answer
A
provides strength to bones and exoskeletons.
B
gives strength to the protein keratin.
C
is obtained by plants from bacteria in soil.

Explanation

Plants cannot use nitrogen gas directly from the air. Soil bacteria convert it into forms such as nitrates that plants can absorb, so nitrogen is obtained by plants from bacteria in soil. Calcium strengthens bones and exoskeletons, while sulfur bonds help give keratin strength.

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