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Problem 3: Elemental compositions

The elemental composition of the universe, Earth's crust, and the human body differ sharply. What factors might contribute to these differences?

D. Life probably evolved away from Earth, on a planet where the basic elements that were available were different.
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Note that while this might be a possible explanation, it is considered to be extremely unlikely.

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