Question

Where do microorganisms get energy from?

• A. They do not require energy
• B. They absorb energy from their surroundings
• C. They perform respiration
• D. They depend on other sources of energy

Answer 1

The correct option is C They perform respiration

Respiration is the break down of substances (carbohydrates, proteins and lipids) in order to obtain energy in the form of ATP. Like all living organisms, even microorganisms undergo respiration in order to obtain energy.