Asked in PMC Practice Test 12 (2021) 2021Moderate

What is the most common fuel of energy for cells?

Correct answer: C. Carbohydrate

  • A. Protein
  • B. Lipid
  • C. Carbohydrate
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The most common fuel of energy for cells is carbohydrate. Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which is then used to produce ATP, the cell's energy currency. ATP is used to power all of the cell's activities, including muscle contraction, cell division, and the transport of molecules across the cell membrane.

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