Understanding Food Production in Biology

What is the primary energy molecule used by cells to perform work?

• Glucose

• ATP

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

Which process do producers use to make their own food?

• Cellular respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Fermentation

• Glycolysis

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

How do living things primarily use glucose?

• As a structural component

• As a source of energy

• As a waste product

• As a pigment

Which of the following best describes ATP?

• A protein that stores genetic information

• A lipid that forms cell membranes

• A nucleotide that stores and transfers energy

• A carbohydrate that provides structural support

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

• To produce glucose

• To convert solar energy into chemical energy

• To break down glucose and produce ATP

• To store energy in the form of fat

Which of the following is a difference between glucose and ATP?

• Glucose is a protein, while ATP is a carbohydrate.

• Glucose is used for long-term energy storage, while ATP is used for immediate energy.

• Glucose is a lipid, while ATP is a nucleic acid.

• Glucose is a pigment, while ATP is a vitamin.

Which process directly produces ATP in cells?

• Photosynthesis

• Cellular respiration

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What role does ATP play in cellular activities?

• It acts as a catalyst for chemical reactions.

• It provides energy for cellular processes.

• It stores genetic information.

• It forms the structural framework of cells.

Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between glucose and ATP?

• ATP is converted into glucose during cellular respiration.

• Glucose is broken down to produce ATP during cellular respiration.

• Glucose and ATP are both used to store genetic information.

• ATP and glucose are both structural components of cell membranes.