Which one of the following options lists the primary energy source(s) for all forms of life on earth?
A
Light and inorganic substances
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B
Inorganic substances and organic substances
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C
Light and organic substances
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D
N2 and CO2
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Solution
The correct option is D Light and inorganic substances The light obtained from the sun is the primary source of energy for all forms of life on Earth. Plants and other photosynthetic bacteria convert sunlight into chemical energy in the form of food. All other animals obtain food directly or indirectly from plants. Also, autotrophs obtain energy either from sunlight or from inorganic substances to produce energy-rich molecules such as carbohydrates. Autotrophs are the primary producers in the ecosystem. They are fundamental to the food chains of all ecosystems.