AP BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ENERGY FLOW AND PRIMARY PRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT an energy conversion done by living organisms
A
kinetic energy into light energy
B
chemical energy into electrical energy
C
chemical energy into kinetic energy
D
light energy into chemical energy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Types of Energy Conversions Chemical energy can be converted to electrical energy. Thermal energy can be converted to heat energy. Mechanical energy can be converted to electrical energy, potential energy, etc.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Plain Glass. It is transparent and no polish on any side of the glass. It is not an energy converter.

Detailed explanation-3: -Chemical Energy is converted to Electrical Energy (stove), Kinetic Energy (car), Electricity (power plant), and Mechanical Energy (space shuttle). Electrical Energy is converted to Kinetic Energy. Electricity is converted to Light (light bulb) and Sound and Light (TV).

Detailed explanation-4: -Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are both chemical processes that support life through the transformation of light energy into a form of energy that is usable by organisms.

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