Metabolism Amplify Review

Front

What is the molecule that organisms get from the air or water and use to release energy?

Back

Oxygen

Front

Which body part starts the physical breakdown of food?

Back

The mouth

Front

Where does cellular respiration occur in the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What body system is responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients?

Back

Digestive system

Front

What is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy?

Back

Cellular respiration

Front

What is the main function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food and absorb nutrients.

Front

What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

Back

To produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is glucose?

Back

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

Front

What is the importance of oxygen in metabolism?

Back

Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration, allowing cells to release energy from glucose.

Front

What is the first step in the digestive process?

Back

The physical breakdown of food in the mouth.