Which of the following is an example of chemical work within a cell?
A) diffusion of oxygen across the membrane
B) building a protein
C) moving glucose across the cell membrane
D) the beating of cilia
E) the contraction of muscle fibers

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Building a protein involves the chemical work of joining amino acids together through peptide bonds, which requires the input of energy. Diffusion of oxygen, moving glucose, beating of cilia, and contraction of muscles all involve physical work or mechanical energy.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Chemical Work