Question

1. when sugar molecules are used to build larger molecules, like amino acids, which of the following is true about how matter and energy are handled? select the best two choices (2 points)

choice a the chemical elements are simply destroyed.
choice b energy is transferred as chemical bonds are formed or broken.
choice c the chemical elements are rearranged to form new molecules.
choice d energy is disappears during the process.

Explanation:

According to the law of conservation of matter and energy, matter is rearranged and energy is transferred in chemical reactions. Chemical elements aren't destroyed and energy doesn't disappear.

Answer:

B. Energy is transferred as chemical bonds are formed or broken.
C. The chemical elements are rearranged to form new molecules.