Which four elements comprise approximately 96% of our body weight?

A. carbon, oxygen, iron, and potassium
B. carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen.
C. carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and potassium.
D. carbon, oxygen, potassium, and sodium.


Answer: B. carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen.

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