Of the nonmetallic elements the one least likely to be found in organic compounds is: w) nitrogen x) phosphorus y) chlorine z) selenium

Of the nonmetallic elements the one least likely to be found in organic compounds is: w) nitrogen x) phosphorus y) chlorine z) selenium
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ANSWER: Z -- SELENIUM
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