Question

Which element is considered the most versatile element in living organisms and why?
hydrogen, because it is a key component in organic molecules and provides most of the mass of human bodies
hydrogen, because it can be found in both organic and inorganic molecules
carbon, because it can bond with many elements to form complex molecules
carbon, because it provides strength to the important protein, keratin

Answer 1

Carbon, because it can be found in organic and inorganic molecules.
Carbon is found in all living organisms, and can form many different structures. Carbon can form 4 bonds, and therefore can be more diverse than hydrogen atoms