Amplify Metabolism Review Flashcard

Front

The intestines break starch into ____________.

Back

glucose

Front

Which molecules don't need to be broken down?

Back

oxygen

Front

What structure takes amino acids and glucose from your small intestine to the blood?

Back

villi

Front

If you have an injury to the pancreas, your low glucose and amino acid levels are due to...

Back

Inability to digest food

Front

Oxygen ENTERS the body through the...

Back

Respiratory system

Front

What is metabolism?

Back

The process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.

Front

What role do enzymes play in digestion?

Back

Enzymes help break down food into nutrients that the body can absorb.

Front

What is the function of the pancreas?

Back

The pancreas produces insulin and enzymes that help digest food.

Front

What is the primary function of the small intestine?

Back

To absorb nutrients from digested food into the bloodstream.

Front

What is glucose?

Back

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