D, matter lost by one ecosystem is gained by the surrounding environment
Explanation: Here's an explanation for why D is right and all the other ones are wrong.
D- when matter is lost from one ecosystem, it is often gained by another nearby ecosystem. For example, when leaves fall from trees in a forest, they decompose and release nutrients into the soil. These nutrients can then be taken up by plants in the same ecosystem or be transported by water runoff to other ecosystems, such as rivers or lakes. This process of matter transfer ensures the cycling of nutrients within and between ecosystems.
A- animals can and do travel from one ecosystem to another. Birds migrate between different habitats, and some animals spread seeds or pollinate flowers in multiple ecosystems. B- the total amount of energy in an ecosystem does change over time. Energy enters an ecosystem through photosynthesis, where plants convert sunlight into chemical energy. This energy is then passed on to other organisms through the food chain. However, energy is lost as heat during these transfers and eventually leaves the ecosystem, resulting in a decrease in the total amount of energy available. C- organisms rely on air for respiration, and the exchange of gases, like oxygen and carbon dioxide, occue between organisms and the air in the environment. While air moves in and out of ecosystems, organisms continuously utilize the air for their survival.