A lion’s body cells perform many tasks at once. For example, some cells are involved in growing claws; others help the lion keep breathing. Which is the most important factor that allows cells to keep accomplishing their many tasks?

A. DNA is transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into proteins.

B. Cells contain DNA from two individuals, and the combined DNA is constantly resulting in genetic variation.

C. Cells are constantly producing usable energy in the form of ATP.

D. New cells are continuously being made from old ones in the process of meiosis.

My answer is C.

Question

A lion’s body cells perform many tasks at once. For example, some cells are involved in growing claws; others help the lion keep breathing. Which is the most important factor that allows cells to keep accomplishing their many tasks?

A. DNA is transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into proteins.
		
B. Cells contain DNA from two individuals, and the combined DNA is constantly resulting in genetic variation.
		
C. Cells are constantly producing usable energy in the form of ATP.
		
D. New cells are continuously being made from old ones in the process of meiosis.

My answer is C.