Question

The breakdown of molecules to obtain energy for powering other cellular processes is referred to as:

Select one:

a. catabolism

b. anabolism

c. entropy

d. homeostasis

Answer 1

Breakdown of macromolecules such as carbs protiens to produce small macromolecules is called catabolism. This process generates ATP which is used to power other biological activities.

Anabolism is opposite of catabolism where energy use used to produce larger macromolecules from smaller units.

Entropy is the thermodynamic concept dealing with randomness or disorder in a system.

Homeostasis is the equilibrium state in acell between different metabolic activities that tries to maintain a stable system.