4 Which statement best explains how salmon obtain and
use matter to support their biological functions?
Salmon use complex, carbon-based molecules
obtained directly from seawater and the
(A
atmosphere to produce other complex
molecules, such as fats.
Salmon use the carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
B atoms obtained directly from seawater and the
atmosphere to form sugars and proteins.
Salmon break bonds in complex food
molecules to release the carbon, oxygen, and
hydrogen atoms needed for the formation of
other molecules.
Salmon break down carbon, hydrogen, and
Doxygen atoms obtained from food into smaller,
energy-rich elements.
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