Amplify 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 are the two main types of metabolism?

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The two main types of metabolism are catabolism (breaking down molecules to obtain energy) and anabolism (using energy to construct components of cells such as proteins and nucleic acids).

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What is the role of mitochondria in metabolism?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, where the process of cellular respiration occurs, converting glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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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 energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the primary function of the digestive system?

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The primary function of the digestive system is to break down food into nutrients that the body can use for energy, growth, and cell repair.

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Which organ is NOT part of the digestive system?

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The heart is not part of the digestive system.

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What are the main organs of the digestive system?

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The main organs of the digestive system include the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.

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What is the function of the lungs in the respiratory system?

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The lungs are responsible for gas exchange, allowing oxygen to enter the blood and carbon dioxide to be expelled from the body.

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What is the role of the heart in the circulatory system?

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The heart pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.

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What are cells?

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Cells are the basic building blocks of all living organisms, making up tissues and organs.