Which One of the Following Is a CORRECT Statement Regarding

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a CORRECT statement regarding metabolism?

• A) Few living organisms require raw materials and a constant source of energy.
• B) Plants get the raw materials they need for life processes entirely from the air.
• C) Cells maintain life through the breakdown of molecules and energy by chemical and physical processes.
• D) Cells do not require energy to change molecules from one form to another.
• E) Animals use energy obtained directly from the sun and chemicals obtained from plants, other animals, air, and water.

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