Metabolism Chapter 1 (Amplify)

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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 are the two main types of metabolism?

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The two main types of metabolism are catabolism (breaking down molecules to release energy) and anabolism (building up molecules for growth and repair).

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the role of oxygen in metabolism?

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Oxygen is a molecule that organisms use to release energy from food during cellular respiration.

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What is the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system is the body system responsible for transporting blood, nutrients, gases, and waste products throughout the body.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of atoms joined together in a specific way.

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What is glucose?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms.

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What is the function of the digestive system?

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The digestive system breaks down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed and used by 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, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change, and it is essential for all biological processes.