The structure that breaks down food molecules to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the mitochondrion. Mitochondria are often referred to as the "powerhouses" of the cell because they perform cellular respiration, converting nutrients into energy. During this process, glucose and other food molecules are metabolized, resulting in the production of ATP, which serves as the primary energy currency of the cell.
Enzymes break down soap molecules.
Enzymes.
evaporation!
nuclear explosions or bacteria
Digestion.
Catabolism
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The mitochondria releases energy from food molecules. This is where all things are broken down and turned into energy for the cell.
It wears the structure down to nothing. Particularly those made of limestone.
amylase breaks starch down and releases maltose from which maltase breaks it up into two glucose molecules
proteins!
lysosome