Energy is commonly defined as “the capacity to do

work.” This definition is
a. incorrect.
b. adequate in the physical sciences.
c. adequate in the biological sciences.
d. no more than a clue to the actual properties of
the concept.
e. not accepted by most scientists.


Answer: d

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