The second law of thermodynamics,or entropy law,means that for living organisms
A)maintaining cellular organization requires continual energy input.
B)there is a tendency in nature to greater molecular organization.
C)energy stored by plants is unavailable for animals.
D)energy is of less concern than matter.

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The second law of thermodynamics, or entropy law, states that energy tends to disperse or become unavailable for use in doing work. Living organisms, however, maintain cellular organization, which requires continual energy input to counteract the tendency towards disorder. Therefore, choice A is the best answer. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect.

The Second Law of Thermodynamics,or Entropy Law,means That for Living