Biology - Study Guide
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780321501561
Author: Martha R. Taylor
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 55, Problem 5IQ
What is the biological importance of water, carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus?
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