Which Statement Most Accurately Describes How Matter and Energy Are

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which statement most accurately describes how matter and energy are used in ecosystems?

• A) Matter is cycled through ecosystems; energy is not.
• B) Energy is cycled through ecosystems; matter is not.
• C) Energy can be converted into matter; matter cannot be converted into energy.
• D) Matter can be converted into energy; energy cannot be converted into matter.
• E) Matter is used in ecosystems; energy is not.

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Definitions:

Control Limits

Statistical boundaries defined in control charts that indicate the acceptable range of variability in a process.

Process Capability Analysis

A statistical technique to determine if a process has the capability to produce products that meet specifications.

Control Charts

Statistical tools used for monitoring and controlling a process by tracking its performance over time.

Special Causes

In the context of quality control, special causes refer to sources of variation that are not inherent to the process but arise due to external factors or irregular occurrences.