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

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Answer: Matter and energy are cycled through the ecosystem.

Explanation: Matter is recycled through nutrient cycles (e.g., carbon, nitrogen), while energy flows through the ecosystem from the sun to producers to consumers and is ultimately lost as heat.