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Biology Ecosystem NCERT Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Ecosystems follow second law of thermodynamics because

A
flow of energy varies at different trophic.
B
energy flows to different levels unidirectionally.
C
constant supply of energy is required.
D
amount of energy remains constant at each trophic level.

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C

Ecosystems need a continuous energy input because the second law states that energy is lost as heat during every transfer. Without this constant supply from the sun, the system would succumb to entropy and fail to maintain its complex structure.

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