Question
Which one of the following is a CORRECT statement regarding metabolism?
O A. Plants get the raw materials they need for life processes entirely from the air.
O B. Few living organisms require raw materials and a constant source of energy.
• C. Cells maintain life through the breakdown of molecules and energy by chemical and physical processes.
Animals use energy obtained directly from the sun and chemicals obtained from plants, other animals, air, and
• D.water.
Answer
C. Cells maintain life through the breakdown of molecules and energy by chemical and physical processes.