Which of the Following Is the Best Description of Decomposition

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best description of decomposition?

• A)breaking down inorganic molecules such as carbon dioxide and water into organic molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins
• B) building organic molecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins from inorganic molecules such as carbon dioxide, water, and nitrogen-containing compounds
• C)building macromolecules from smaller organic molecules
• D)breaking down organic molecules into inorganic molecules
• E)a process undertaken by producers in an ecosystem

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Definitions:

Mental Life

The range of psychological processes that occur in the mind, including thoughts, emotions, and unconscious conflicts.

Information Processing

The methods by which humans take in, use, and store information, often compared to the operations of a computer.

Biological Rhythm

Natural cycles of physical, emotional, or mental activity in living organisms, often synchronized with environmental factors like light and dark cycles.

Circadian Rhythm

The natural internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours.