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Consider the following statements:

1. The synthesis of organic compounds from inorganic compounds using energy stored in inorganic substances (sulphur, ammonia and hydrogen) is known as chemosynthesis.

2. The organisms at the bottom of oceans and dark caves develop through the process of chemosynthesis.

A) Both 1 and 2 are correct

B) Only 1 is correct

C) Only 2 is correct         

D) Neither 1 nor 2 is correct