Question

The diagram below illustrates the structure of glucose. Which of the following describes how the body uses molecules like the one illustrated below?

Sugars form carbohydrates, which are linked together to form fats that store energy.
Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which is stored inside the body’s cells.
Sugars are broken down into proteins that become the building blocks of the body’s tissues.
Carbohydrates, such as glucose, are broken down to release chemical energy that is used by the body’s cells.

Answer 1

The correct description of how the body uses molecules like glucose is:

**Carbohydrates, such as glucose, are broken down to release chemical energy that is used by the body’s cells.**

This accurately reflects the role of glucose as a primary energy source for cellular functions. Glucose is a simple sugar that is a key player in metabolism and is utilized by cells to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the main energy currency of the cell.