Amplify - Metabolism Unit Review

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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 cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into ATP energy, water, and carbon dioxide.

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What is the role of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system transports molecules, such as oxygen and nutrients, to cells throughout the body.

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What is the role of the respiratory system?

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

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to power various cellular processes.

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What happens if you have trouble breathing?

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If you have trouble breathing, your cells won't get enough molecules from air, which can affect energy production.

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Which molecule is too big to enter cells?

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Starch is too big to enter cells; it must be broken down into smaller molecules like glucose.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose and oxygen.

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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 in the body.

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What is glucose?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that is an important energy source for cells.