Metabolism Flashcard 1 (Amplify)

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What is the function of the respiratory system?

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The respiratory system brings in oxygen molecules from the air and expels carbon dioxide.

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What is oxygen?

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Oxygen is a molecule that organisms get from the air or water around them and use to release energy.

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What is a claim in scientific terms?

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A claim is a proposed answer to a question about the natural world.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the chemical reaction between oxygen and glucose that releases energy into cells.

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What is reasoning in the context of scientific claims?

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Reasoning is the process of making clear how your evidence supports your claim.

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What are the main components of metabolism?

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Metabolism includes all chemical reactions that occur within an organism to maintain life.

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What is the role of glucose in cellular respiration?

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Glucose is a sugar that provides energy when it reacts with oxygen during cellular respiration.

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How do organisms obtain oxygen?

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Organisms obtain oxygen from the air or water around them.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is a proposed answer, while evidence is information used to support or refute that claim.

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What is the importance of cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is crucial because it provides energy for cellular processes.