The Flow of Carbon in an Ecosystem Is Similar to the Flow

question 72

Multiple Choice

The flow of carbon in an ecosystem is similar to the flow of energy in an ecosystem.Is this statement true or false?

• A) True;carbon and energy both cycle through an ecosystem.
• B) True;carbon and energy both flow through an ecosystem in one direction.
• C) False;energy flows in one direction through the ecosystem while carbon cycles through the ecosystem.
• D) False;carbon flows in a single direction through the ecosystem,and energy cycles through the ecosystem.
• E) False;carbon is not used in ecosystems,whereas energy is used in ecosystems.

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A one or two-letter abbreviation assigned to each chemical element based on its name, often derived from its name in Latin.

Lead

A heavy, malleable, ductile metal with a low melting point, often used in batteries and protective shielding.

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Phosphorus

A nonmetallic chemical element with the symbol P, essential for life, found in DNA and cell membranes.