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Life consists of evolving matter. Energy and Matter allow life to evolve. Photosynthesis uses matter and energy to create fuel and sustaining matter sugar and Oxygen.

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Q: How do matter and energy work together to allow life?
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Is physics life science physical science or social science?

Physics is physical science, the study of all aspects of matter and energy.


When energy is converted from one form to another does the amount of energy converted increase decrease or the stay the same?

First, according to the equation E=MC2 where E is energy M is mass or matter and C is the speed of light, and several of Einstein's/Newtons/other various scientists... theories. Energy, and matter, CANNOT be destroyed, only converted.However, when converting energy to matter the above equation will answer your question. We know that a certain amount of energy can be converted into a certain amount of matter. We also know that that energy cannot be converted all at once. So as you convert more energy into matter the amount decreases, but the speed at which the energy is converted also decreases because the amount of energy available to convert decreased.A good example of this is the formation of the Universe itself. According to the Big Bang Theory an extremely dense area in space suddenly exploded/expanded because of the amount of matter and potential energy in that area. The matter and potential energy were converted into raw kineticenergy. Because there was so much raw energy in that initial area in space after the "Big Bang" matter immediately started forming (i.e. space "dust" particles, mostly Hydrogen) Sidetrack: We know that Hydrogen is the most abundant atom in our Universe.But, as our Universe expanded and the raw energy spread out (less energy per light-year) less energy was converted into matter evidenced by the fact that less Hydrogen atoms were present in less "active" parts of space.The same is also true when applied to matter converting into energy. In a formation of a solar system the gravitational attraction between particles(matter/mostly Hydrogen) causes the particles to spin causing the atoms to move quicker and closer together until a "Fusion Reaction" occurs, hence our Sun. Fusion reactions emit light, a form of energy.But, as a star nears the end of its life, there is less matter present in a star. Because there is less matter present less fusion reactions occur, therefore less light or energy is emited.


Is there is no life no energy?

Without energy, there would be no life.Without energy, there would be no life.Without energy, there would be no life.Without energy, there would be no life.


Name 4 forms of energy used in daily life?

Thermal energy- always flows from a warmer substance to a cooler substance.Mechanical energy- is the energy transfer from on object to another.Electromagnetic energy- is when electromagnetic energy interacts with matter, it can produce physical or chemical changes.Electrical energy- a moving electric charge produces electricity.Chemical energy- is transformed to other forms of energy during a chemical reaction for example candle burning the wax can change from thermal to chemical.Hope this helped!


Why are energy and electricity important to us?

Energy is important because there is no life without energy. All living things need energy. Electricity is important because it is the kind of energy that holds the universe together. Every atom involves electricity. Electricity is important because it is transmittable through space at the speed of light.

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What is prana?

Prana is life itself which comes through the Solar Logos and is manipulated by the Lesser Solar Lords unto all life streams in the Solar System and beyond. These pranic energies are the forces of Creation and ALLOW creation to take place. Prana is the underlying source of matter and energy held together by applied mental pressures of mind-substance or chitta.


Which life process uses food to transfer energy to allow movement?

Respiration


Did life come into being when matter absorbed energy and began to assemle?

Energy is certainly important in the appearance of life, but there must also be some other factor. Normally you don't get life if you just assemble a few elements and infuse them with energy.


What holds clouds together?

a force unknown to mankind -- call it life energy


What is needed to cause a change in state of matter?

all things living needs Energy and life :)


What organelles allow plants to gather the energy needed for life processes in green parts of the plant?

chloroplasts


Where does the energy in petrol originally come from?

The sun. Oil is the product of decayed matter. The matter was originally plant and animal life which was supported by the sun's radiation.


What is the ending of dead stars?

When stars die, the matter(dust and dirt) is spread out where the star once lived. The matter would continue to drift outward, but gravitational forces pull the matter back together overtime. Eventually, the recollected star matter forms into a dense ball again and creates energy. Thus, the death of stars leads to new stars - it is a circle of life.


Why is cellular energy vital in maintaining an organism life processes?

Like in physics, things don't just move by no reason. There has to be an energy or force to allow movement. This movement is needed to deliver oxygen, breathe, regulate temperature, etc. The ATP molecules supply these movement and thus allow life processes to go on.


What does bffladatnmtsahwabf stand for?

best friends for life and death always together no matter the situation at hand will always be friends


Should people have anything against gay people?

It's a waste of energy. Live your life, and allow others to live theirs.


What is the purpose of life when all the matter and energy are going to be same irrespective of it?

The purpose of life according to some is to "experience joy." Different schools of thought and religion have variable reasons for why we are on earth. In religions where there is a strong belief in an afterlife, the purpose of being on earth is to be good and warrant the destination of heaven when one dies. I do not agree that matter and energy exist irrespective of life or the purpose of life. Man influences nature, matter and energy tremendously. I doubt the regular toads in Australia would think man did not change their environment when the Cane toad was introduced. There are many examples of man changing the energy and matter in different biomes and regions of the globe. Perhaps you could try to ask the question in a different way. ======= There is a law of conservation of mass and energy... Mass and energy are inter convertible, total amount of mass and energy in the universe remains the same... So what is the point of being alive?