18. An electric motor turns a belt that powers a pump. If this system is compared to the chemical reactions of the cell, which p

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18. An electric motor turns a belt that powers a pump. If this system is compared to the chemical reactions of the cell, which p

art represents
ATP?
the electric motor
the pump
the belt

Chemistry

1 answer:

pogonyaev · Answer 1 · 2022-02-05T10:20:51+03:00

Answer:

A. the electric motor

Explanation:

A cell is a biological molecule which is the basic and functional unit of life. Cells undergo series of processes to function appropriately. ATP is an acronym for adenosine triphosphate, which is the source of energy for various cell processes.

In the given mechanical system, the electric motor provides the energy required energy to drive the system. Therefore, the electric motor has the same major function of providing energy for the system as the ATP in a cell.