Amplify Metabolism Review

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What molecule is needed by cells to make energy?

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Glucose

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What happens to starch and protein molecules in our small intestine?

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They break down further into glucose and amino acids so they are small enough to enter our cells.

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What effect does more oxygen in your cells have on cellular respiration?

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It improves cellular respiration which increases the energy cells create.

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What THREE molecules do cells NEED?

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Oxygen, amino acids, and glucose.

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True or False: The body only works when cells get molecules from food and molecules from air.

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True.

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.

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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 role does glucose play in the body?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that is a primary source of energy for cells.

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How do cells obtain oxygen?

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Cells obtain oxygen through the process of respiration, primarily from the air we breathe.

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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.