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The chemistry of life is centered on the chemistry of the element oxygen. True False

The chemistry of life is centered on the chemistry of the element oxygen. True False
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The chemistry of life is centered on the chemistry of the element oxygen. True False

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It is not base on Oxygen, it is based of Carbon.Why?A simple answer, is because Carbon can bond with many other compounds and elements since it has 4 valence electrons.Oxygen has 6 valence electrons.
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I believe the answer is true, Hope i helped! :)
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