According to the second law of thermodynamics, when energy is transformed from one kind to another
A. some of it is converted to heat.
B. some energy is destroyed.
C. new energy is created.
D. homeostasis is maintained.
E. chemical bonds must be broken.
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Question 2) The first law of thermodynamics states that once energy is consumed, it can no longer be converted to any other form of energy.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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Question 3) Which is a form of energy that is generally unavailable to do any work?
A. Heat
B. Kinetic energy
C. Radiant energy
D. Sound energy
E. Mechanical energy
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Question 4) The form of kinetic energy that refers to the movement of electromagnetic waves is _________ energy.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Question 5) The propagation of an impulse along the axon of a neuron is considered electrical energy, a form of kinetic energy.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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Question 6) Three molecules that are important energy storage locations in the body are
A. DNA, tRNA, and rRNA.
B. glucose, glucagon, and glycogen.
C. ATP, glycogen, and triglyceride.
D. ADP, DNA, and mRNA.
E. glucagon, insulin, and protein.
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Question 7) Compare and contrast chemical energy and radiant energy. Into which broad category of energy (kinetic or potential) does each fit? What are two examples of each type of energy that relate to human physiology?
What will be an ideal response?
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Question 8) __________ is a monomer that is stored as the polymer glycogen within the liver and muscle.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Question 9) As a runner sprints down a track, her movement is an example of
A. potential energy.
B. mechanical energy.
C. heat.
D. radiant energy.
E. chemical energy.
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Question 10) The energy stored in a molecule's chemical bonds is a form of kinetic energy.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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