Refer to the Figure

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure.
The figure represents energy flow and nutrient cycling through the major components of natural ecosystems. Based on the figure, which statement best describes a major difference between nutrient cycling and energy flow?

A) Nutrients flow through producers and consumers but not through the physical environment.
B) Energy flows through producers and consumers but not through the physical environment.
C) Both nutrients and energy are lost as they travel through the ecosystem.
D) Incoming solar radiation plays a limited role in both nutrient cycling and energy flow.