Question

Although there are over 100 elements in the universe, organic matter usually contains a limited number of these elements and always includes the element

A) carbon.
B) nitrogen.
C) oxygen.
D) water.

Answer 1

Organic matter always includes the element carbon.

Answer: Option A) carbon.

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Answer 2

The correct answer is carbon.

Carbon is the most important component of the organic matter. It is found in all the living organisms found on earth and also found in the body of the dead and decaying matters. They control the various process that takes place in our body. Many basic structures contains carbon in abundant amount, these are cutin, lignin, tannin, et cetera.