Question

What is the relationship between matter and energy in an ecosystem? (1 point)
• Matter and energy are cycled through the ecosystem.
• Matter and energy show the feeding relationships in an ecosystem.
• Matter and energy can only be modeled through food webs.
• There is no relationship between matter and energy in an ecosystem.

Answer 1

The correct statement is: **Matter and energy are cycled through the ecosystem.**

Matter is recycled through processes such as decomposition and nutrient cycling, while energy flows through the ecosystem in a one-way direction, primarily from producers to consumers and eventually to decomposers.