When energy flows from one trophic level to another, only a small amount is actually used. Which of the following uses of energy by an organism allows for the least amount of transfer to a different trophic level?

A. growth
B. excretion
C. cellular respiration
D. death
E. reproduction


Answer: C

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a. transport of hormones to trigger slow, persistent responses b. transport of hormones to trigger fast, transient responses c. release of hormones from exocrine glands for transport outside the body d. changes in neural activity for transport of hormones to target tissues e. transmission of information through chemical reactions

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What will be an ideal response?

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The developing embryo in Figure 51-2 is representative of development in:

a. a bird. b. an annelid. c. a sea star. d. a frog. e. a mammal

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The cardiovascular system is limited to just the heart and the blood.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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