Question

4. The diagram below illustrates the structure of glucose. Which of the following describes how the body uses molecules like the one illustrated below? (SC.912.L.18.1) * 1 point 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 response is: **Carbohydrates, such as glucose, are broken down to release chemical energy that is used by the body’s cells.**

This statement accurately describes the role of glucose in metabolism, where it is utilized as a primary source of energy for cellular processes.