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.

Q: Cell division is necessary for an organism to  
 (A) obtain nutrients. (B) grow and reproduce. (C) make proteins. (D) conserve matter and energy.

A: B
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Q: In 2004, Maryland recycled more than 35% of all of the waste the state produced. Which of these benefits does recycling provide to Maryland?  
 (A) fewer wild animals (B) decreased farm crops (C) less trash sent to landfills (D) decreased use of electricity

A: C
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Q: Nevada mines produce greater quantities of a particular resource than any other state. What resource is produced from these mines?   
 (A) zinc (B) copper (C) gold (D) lead

A:
C
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