You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.

Which of the following best describes a mineral?  
 (A) a solid natural material with a crystal structure (B) a material that was once living but has decayed (C) a liquid chemical used to make soil more fertile (D) a nutrient produced by plants that other organisms need
A

Cell membranes allow some molecules to move freely across the membrane, while other molecules are restricted. Which term best describes this capability of a cell membrane?  
 (A) semipermeable (B) impervious (C) resilient (D) unyielding
A

Which function do kidneys provide to maintain homeostasis?  
 (A) the removal of excess heat from the body (B) the removal of carbon dioxide from the body (C) the removal of excess oxygen from the blood (D) the removal of nitrogenous wastes from the blood

D