The Organization of Organisms Has Become Increasingly Complex with Time

question 64

Multiple Choice

The organization of organisms has become increasingly complex with time. This statement

• A)is consistent with the second law of thermodynamics.
• B)requires that due to evolution, the entropy of the universe increased.
• C)is based on the fact that organisms function as closed systems.
• D)A and B only
• E)A, B, and C

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Definitions:

Prions

Misfolded proteins that can induce normal proteins to also misfold, leading to diseases in the nervous system.

Proteins

Complex molecules made of amino acids that perform a vast array of functions in living organisms, such as catalyzing metabolic reactions, DNA replication, responding to stimuli, and transporting molecules.

Organic Molecule

A compound containing carbon atoms covalently bonded to hydrogen atoms, often along with other elements such as oxygen and nitrogen, and found in living organisms.

Hydrogen

The lightest and most abundant chemical element in the universe, with symbol H and atomic number 1, commonly found in water and organic compounds.