Which Statement Best Summarizes the Essence of Chemical Evolution

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which statement best summarizes the essence of chemical evolution?

• A) Entropy increased.
• B) Instead of being radiated back to space, energy in the form of sunlight or heat was retained in the oceans and atmosphere.
• C) An increasing number of exothermic reactions occurred.
• D) Energy in the form of sunlight or heat was transformed into chemical energy.

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