What does the word “substitute” suggest as it is used in this sentence?

In other words, there may not be one substitute for vibranium, but many elements, combined, might fit the bill.

A
A few elements behave opposite of vibranium.

B
Many elements can teach us about vibranium.

C
Several elements are slightly similar to vibranium.

D
No one element is exactly the same as vibranium.

D

No one element is exactly the same as vibranium.