Some Scientists Believe That Silicon-Based Life Is Possible Because

Multiple Choice

Some scientists believe that silicon-based life is possible because:

A) such life was featured on an episode of Star Trek.
B) extremophiles found in thermal vents on Earth are based on silicon.
C) silicon is a key element in computer technology, and computers can nearly imitate intelligentlife.
D) silicon compounds are soluble in ammonia.
E) silicon is chemically similar to carbon.