Plants were grown in two different conditions. The plants on the left were grown with all essential nutrients required for plant development. The plants on the right were grown in a nitrogen-deficient medium. What best differentiates the abilities of the plants on the left and the right to synthesize molecules?
A The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize lipids.The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize lipids.
B The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize carbohydrates.The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize carbohydrates.
C The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize nucleic acids and proteins.The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize nucleic acids and proteins.
D The nitrogen-deficient plants cannot synthesize cellulose for the cell walls.