The First Law of Thermodynamics and the Law of Conservation

question 34

Multiple Choice

The first law of thermodynamics and the law of conservation of matter are similar in that

• A)under normal circumstances neither energy nor matter is created nor destroyed.
• B)both energy and matter are recycled through biological systems.
• C)both energy and matter flow in a one-way path through biological systems.
• D)under normal circumstances energy and matter are destroyed as they pass through biological systems.
• E)The first law of thermodynamics and the law of conservation of matter are not similar.

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