Amplify - Metabolism Unit Review

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Where does cellular respiration happen?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

If the digestive system isn't working properly, what happens?

Back

Your cells would not get enough molecules from food.

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If the respiratory system isn't working properly, what happens?

Back

The cells won't get enough oxygen.

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Which molecule is needed by cells to make energy?

Back

Glucose.

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In the digestive system, starch is broken down into what?

Back

Glucose.

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What is metabolism?

Back

The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.

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What is the role of glucose in cellular respiration?

Back

It is the primary energy source for cells.

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What are the two main stages of cellular respiration?

Back

Glycolysis and the Krebs cycle.

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What is ATP?

Back

Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the function of the digestive system?

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To break down food into nutrients that the body can use.