What is the source of energy that converts glucose, a six-carbon molecule, into two three-carbon molecules in cells?

A) The potential energy stored in the ionic bonds of the glucose molecule is released when some of the bonds break.
B) The kinetic energy released as ions are formed when glucose is broken down.
C) The potential energy stored in the covalent bonds of the glucose molecule is released when some of the bonds break.
D) The kinetic energy released as one glucose molecule combines with another glucose molecule.
E) The kinetic energy is converted to potential energy as the glucose molecule forms.


Answer: C

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