Amplify - Metabolism Unit Review

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism is the set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that convert food into energy.

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What do glucose and oxygen produce when they react?

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They produce energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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Why do cells need oxygen?

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Cells need oxygen to perform cellular respiration, which is how they generate energy.

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What is the role of the digestive system in metabolism?

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The digestive system breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use for energy.

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What happens if the respiratory system is not functioning properly?

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If the respiratory system is not functioning properly, cells won't get enough oxygen.

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What is the importance of water in metabolism?

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Water is essential for many metabolic processes, including digestion and energy production.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are necessary for growth and repair in the body.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy.

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What is the relationship between food and energy?

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Food provides the nutrients and energy needed for the body to function.

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What happens to energy when glucose is broken down?

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Energy is released when glucose is broken down during cellular respiration.

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