The second law of thermodynamics states that

a. energy can be transformed into matter, and
because of this, something is obtained for
nothing.
b. energy can be destroyed during nuclear
reactions such as those that occur inside the sun.
c. if energy is gained by one region of the
universe, another place in the universe also must
gain energy in order to maintain the balance of
nature.
d. energy tends to flow from concentrated to less
concentrated forms.
e. none of these is true.


Answer: d

Biology & Microbiology

You might also like to view...

Select the correct satement regarding the rate of mutation?

A. Rates of mutation per cell generation typically range from 10-5 to 10-9 B. Mutation rates are consistent across species C. Mutation rates are not influenced by environmental conditions D. Mutation rates are constant

Biology & Microbiology

The transition of the early earth’s atmosphere from

one rich in hydrogen to one rich in oxygen may be attributed to a. photosystem II. b. photosystem I. c. the cyclic pathway of photosynthesis. d. the light-independent reactions. e. the activity of the electron transfer chain.

Biology & Microbiology

All of the following are functions of the cell membrane EXCEPT:a

transmitting signals. b. participating in energy transfer. c. being freely permeable to all substances. d. regulating the passage of materials. e. participating in chemical reactions.

Biology & Microbiology

Which of the following is characterized by a cell releasing a signal molecule into the environment, followed by a number of cells in the immediate vicinity responding?

A) hormonal signaling B) autocrine signaling C) paracrine signaling D) endocrine signaling E) synaptic signaling

Biology & Microbiology