Match each of the terms with its definition or description.
-A molecule that provides the direct source of energy for doing cell work

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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the molecule that provides direct energy for cell work.

Answer: A
 Anabolism is the process of building molecules, such as proteins and nucleic acids, from simpler molecules.

Answer: B
 Catabolism is the process of breaking down complex molecules, such as carbohydrates and fats, into simpler molecules to release energy.

Answer: D
 The citric acid cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle, is a series of chemical reactions that occur in the mitochondria to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl CoA.

Answer: F
 Glycogenesis is the process of storing glucose as glycogen in the liver and muscle tissue.

Answer: H
 Essential amino acids are the building blocks of proteins that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through the diet.

Answer: K
 Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue that stores energy in the form of fat.

Answer: L
 Nutrition is the science of food and its relationship to health.

Answer: M
 Metabolism is the collection of biochemical reactions that occur in the body to maintain life, including catabolism and anabolism.

Answer: N
 Assimilation is the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion.

Note: There are no choices for BMR and TMR as they are not in the list of terms provided. BMR stands for Basal Metabolic Rate and TMR stands for Total Metabolic Rate.

Match Each of the Terms with Its Definition or Description