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Naming the Energy-Releasing Process

publish date: 2026/06/20 09:53:8.084276 UTC

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Fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are reservoirs of energy that, through a series of chemical reactions, become available to the cells. What is this overall series of reactions called?

Correct Answer

Respiration

Explanation

Cellular respiration is the overall series of chemical reactions that frees the energy stored in fat, protein, and carbohydrate molecules, making it available for the cell to use.

Reference

Biology: A self-teaching guide

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