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Suppose no stars more massive than about 2 solar masses had ever formed. Would life as we know it have been able to develop

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No, life would not be to develop

Step-by-step explanation:

Stars less massive than about 2 solar masses can only produce natural element up to carbon and oxygen, which are the basic elements for building life. However, other more massive elements are needed by life to thrive and function properly, more massive elements like phosphorus, iron necessary for oxygen circulation, calcium for a strong support system, and silicon are essential for for life to form and be sustained here on Earth.

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