METABOLISM MINI FLASHCARD REVIEW

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Define Metabolism

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Metabolism is the body's way of using the Respiratory, Circulatory, and Digestive Systems to convert food into usable energy and deliver it to our cells to help our body to function and be healthy.

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What are the main organs involved in digestion?

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Mouth, stomach, Large and Small Intestines.

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What do cells need to metabolize properly?

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Cells need glucose, amino acids from food, and oxygen to metabolize properly.

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What is the function of Mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell that convert molecules to energy.

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What happens if you eat something made of already broken down molecules?

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If molecules such as glucose are already broken down, less energy will be required for metabolism.

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What is the role of the Circulatory System in metabolism?

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The Circulatory System transports nutrients and oxygen to cells and removes waste products.

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What is the Digestive System responsible for?

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The Digestive System breaks down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

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What is the importance of oxygen in metabolism?

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Oxygen is essential for cells to convert glucose into energy through cellular respiration.

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What are enzymes and their role in metabolism?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body, including those involved in metabolism.

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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, carbon dioxide, and water.