Which Best Describes a Catabolic Reaction

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which best describes a catabolic reaction?

• A) It involves the expenditure of energy.
• B) It involves the anabolic production of complex molecules.
• C) It involves the breakdown of life sustaining processes within cells.
• D) It involves the breakdown of large organic molecules to simple building blocks.
• E) It involves the building up of complex organic molecules from simple building blocks.

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Definitions:

Memory Function

A cognitive process that involves the encoding, storing, and retrieving of information over time.

Working Memory

A mental mechanism with restricted capability, tasked with temporarily maintaining data for processing purposes.

Long-Term Storage

The phase of memory in which information is retained for extended periods, potentially for a lifetime.

Recency Effect

In free recall, the tendency to recall items at the end of the list more readily than those in the middle.