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Chemosynthesis relies on chemical energy in the environment. The fact that no large organisms are known to undergo chemosynthesis suggests(1 point)
chemical energy is toxic to large organisms.
chemical energy in the environment is weaker than light energy.
chemical energy can never directly support large organisms.
chemical energy in the environment is equal to light energy.
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chemical energy in the environment is weaker than light energy.
Rationale: chemosynthesis occurs where chemical energy is available (e.g., vents) but that energy flux is much lower and less widespread than sunlight, so it typically can't support large, energy-demanding organisms.
Rationale: chemosynthesis occurs where chemical energy is available (e.g., vents) but that energy flux is much lower and less widespread than sunlight, so it typically can't support large, energy-demanding organisms.
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