Life is possible because living cells maintain themselves in a steady state,with most of their reactions
A)far from thermodynamic equilibrium.
B)near thermodynamic equilibrium.
C)conserving energy.
D)conserving matter.
E)conserving energy and matter.

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Living cells maintain themselves far from thermodynamic equilibrium, which allows them to perform complex reactions and processes necessary for life. Near equilibrium, reactions would not proceed with the necessary directionality and speed.

Life Is Possible Because Living Cells Maintain Themselves in a Steady