Amplify - Metabolism Chapter 2

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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 the role of oxygen in metabolism?

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Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration, a process that converts glucose into energy.

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What is the function of the respiratory system?

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

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What is the function of the circulatory system?

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The circulatory system transports nutrients, gases, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

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What is the digestive system responsible for?

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The digestive system breaks down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

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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 a primary source of energy for the body's cells.

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What molecules need to be absorbed by cells for energy?

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Cells need oxygen, amino acids, and glucose to produce energy.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen.

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What is the role of enzymes in metabolism?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body, including those involved in metabolism.