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The Importance of Carbon

Question 10 • PA Human Anatomy & Physiology A 2026-2027 SMITH IC

Which reason best explains why carbon is able to form macromolecules?

Answer
A
Carbon is a very large element.
B
Carbon can bond with many elements.
C
Carbon is found in all living things.
D
Carbon is found in energy-storing molecules.

Explanation

Carbon can form four covalent bonds, allowing it to bond with many elements and with other carbon atoms. These bonds let carbon build long chains and other complex structures called macromolecules. Being found in living things or energy-storing molecules describes carbon’s presence, not why it can form these large structures.

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