The evolution of living organisms is driven by:
A) Size of the energy gradient to be dissipated
B) First law of thermodynamics
C) Second law of thermodynamics
D) Attainment of equilibrium
E) A and C

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The evolution of living organisms is influenced by the size of the energy gradient to be dissipated (A) and the Second Law of Thermodynamics (C), which involves increasing entropy in a system, driving processes that lead to the evolution of complex life forms as they find ways to increase entropy in their surroundings.

The Evolution of Living Organisms Is Driven By