​Energy Flow Is One-Way Because ____

question 12

Multiple Choice

​Energy flow is one-way because ____.

• A) all of the energy in an ecosystem stays constant​
• B) ​the amount of energy a producer harvests is equal to the amount of energy consumers consume
• C) ​with each energy transfer, some energy escapes as heat
• D) ​energy cannot be created but it can be destroyed
• E) ​there is only one form of energy

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Definitions:

Delay Of Gratification

The ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later reward, often associated with better psychological outcomes.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposed by Abraham Maslow, depicting a five-tier model of human needs, arranged in a hierarchy, stating that as basic needs are fulfilled people become motivated to achieve higher level needs.

Culture-Specific

Refers to behaviors, norms, or phenomena that are unique or particular to a specific culture.

Overjustification Effect

A psychological phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior someone already finds rewarding leads to a reduction in intrinsic motivation.