Ng cells require constant access to energy in order to remain alive. which statement best describes why cells need a constant supply of energy? a) without energy, cells would not be able to access food resources. b) without energy, cells would be forced to enter into a state of dormancy. c) energy is required to process genetic information--without an active dna molecule, cells will be unable to function. d) energy is required in order to maintain homeostasis--without a constant, organized internal state, the cell will die.