Question

biomolecules-protein structure and function
51.00 points possible|due thursday 09/18/25 at 11:59 pm
which one of the following is least likely to be a function carried out by a protein?
to provide support and structure for a cell
to help start (or continue) biochemical reactions in cells
to be broken down for energy
transporting molecules in and out of the cell

Explanation:

Proteins provide structural support (e.g., collagen in connective tissues), act as enzymes to catalyze biochemical reactions, and function as transporters (e.g., membrane - bound transport proteins). While proteins can be broken down for energy in extreme situations like starvation, carbohydrates and fats are the primary energy - sources. So, being broken down for energy is the least likely common function of proteins under normal physiological conditions.

Answer:

To be broken down for energy