How Are Matter and Energy Used in Ecosystems

question 69

Multiple Choice

How are matter and energy 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:

Net Income

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Periodic Inventory System

A method of inventory management in which the inventory levels are updated and cost of goods sold is calculated periodically at the end of a reporting period.

Adjusted Trial Balance

A list of all accounts and their balances after adjusting entries have been made, used to prepare financial statements.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs from its total revenue.