QUESTION IMAGE
Question
what is the main source of energy for cellular respiration?
a) atp
b) proteins
c) carbohydrates
d) fats
Brief Explanations
Cellular respiration primarily breaks down carbohydrates (most commonly glucose) to produce ATP, the usable energy currency of cells. ATP is the product, not the source. Proteins and fats are used only when carbohydrates are unavailable, making them secondary energy sources.
Snap & solve any problem in the app
Get step-by-step solutions on Sovi AI
Photo-based solutions with guided steps
Explore more problems and detailed explanations
c) Carbohydrates