An isolated cell is observed to absorb oxygen and use it to transform nutrients to energy. Which of the following cellular functions is it displaying?
A) Metabolic absorption
B) Communication
C) Secretion
D) Respiration

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The statement describes the process of respiration, where oxygen is used to transform nutrients to energy. Metabolic absorption involves the uptake of nutrients, communication involves transmitting signals between cells, and secretion involves releasing substances from the cell.

An Isolated Cell Is Observed to Absorb Oxygen and Use