Question

Which term most precisely describes the cellular process of breaking down large molecules into smaller ones?

A) catabolism (catabolic pathways)
B) metabolism
C) anabolism (anabolic pathways)
D) dehydration

Answer 1

The answer is A) catabolism

Answer 2

The term most correctly explains the cellular process of breaking the large molecules into smaller ones is catabolism

Step-by-step explanation:

Catabolism is the part of the metabolism that is responsible for breaking the complex molecules into the smaller molecules. The another part of metabolism is anabolism that builds the simple molecules into the more complex ones.

During the catabolism energy is released from the bonds of the large molecules being broken down. Typically, that energy is further stores in the bonds of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The catabolism increases the concentration of ATP in the cell as it breaks down the nutrients and food.