Which of the following is consistent with the laws of physics governing energy?

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This is consistent with the laws of thermodynamics, specifically the second law which states that in any energy transfer, the amount of useful energy decreases and the amount of entropy (disorder) increases. The sunlight that is absorbed on the earth eventually turns into dispersed heat which cannot be used for useful work.

Answer: E
 This is consistent with the law of conservation of mass-energy. Energy can be converted to matter and vice-versa through processes such as nuclear fusion and fission. Chemical bonds involve the conversion of energy to matter, while breaking the bonds involves the conversion of matter to energy.

Options A, B, and D are not consistent with the laws of physics. Option A violates the law of conservation of energy, as energy cannot be created or destroyed, only converted from one form to another. Option B violates the law of conservation of mass, as a quarter-pounder hamburger cannot directly result in exactly a quarter-pound of body weight due to metabolic processes. Option D does not account for the energy lost in the form of heat during digestion and metabolism.

Which of the Following Is Consistent with the Laws of Physics