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. The first law of thermodynamics and the law of conservation of matter are not similar.
C. Both energy and matter flow in a one-way path through biological systems.
D. Under normal circumstances energy and matter are created as they pass through biological systems.


Answer: A

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