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  1. The most abundant element by number in the living system is :

  2. A.

     Nitrogen

    B.

     Hydrogen

    C.

     Oxygen

    D.

     Carbon

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    In sequential order, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Carbon and Nitrogen are the most abundant elements by number in the living system. Hydrogen constitutes 49.8% of living systems, while Oxygen constitutes 24.9%; Carbon and Nitrogen account for 24.9% and 0.27% respectively. It is not surprising, therefore, that the living cell is between 60% and 90% water.


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