Original Project
Matter and Energy in Living Systems
All organisms need food as a source of molecules that provide chemical energy and building materials.
Item ME104002: Fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are sources of food for animals, but minerals are not.
Which of the following is NOT a source of food for animals?
- Fats
- Proteins
- Minerals
- Carbohydrates
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1242 | 2352 | 53% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 679 | 1297 | 52% |
| 9–12 | 557 | 1045 | 53% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 607 | 1126 | 54% |
| Female | 607 | 1162 | 52% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1126 | 2077 | 54% |
| Other | 96 | 220 | 44% |
- Notes
- NGSS does not address which specific molecules are and are not a source of food for animals.