Q. Given below are two statements: Statement I: In ecosystem, there is unidirectional flow of energy of sun from producers to consumers. Statement II: Ecosystems are exempted from 2$^{nd}$ law of thermodynamics. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Explanation
[Solution by Claude - not from source] Energy flow is unidirectional, so I is correct. Ecosystems are not exempt from the second law (they need a constant energy input to maintain order), so II is incorrect. Answer (3), as in the answer key.
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