Metabolism

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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 is the primary function of glucose in the body?

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To provide energy.

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What are the two main types of metabolism?

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Catabolism (breaking down molecules for energy) and anabolism (building up molecules for growth).

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What role do enzymes play in metabolism?

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Enzymes speed up chemical reactions in the body, making metabolism more efficient.

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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To carry oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, essential for growth and repair.

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What is the role of the villi in the intestines?

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Villi increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients like amino acids and glucose into the blood.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.

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What is the importance of oxygen in metabolism?

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Oxygen is essential for aerobic respiration, which produces energy more efficiently.

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What is the main source of energy for the body?

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Glucose, which is derived from carbohydrates.