Metabolism Chapter 1

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism describes all the chemical processes that occur inside our bodies to keep them functioning.

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Where does the human body produce carbon dioxide?

Back

In the cells.

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What are all systems of the human body made of?

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Cells.

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Which part of a sandwich is the starch: the meat, the cheese, or the bread?

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The bread.

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What is the primary function of cells in the human body?

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Cells are the basic building blocks of all living organisms and perform essential functions.

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What is the role of enzymes in metabolism?

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Enzymes speed up chemical reactions in the body, facilitating metabolism.

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What is the difference between anabolism and catabolism?

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Anabolism is the process of building up molecules, while catabolism is the process of breaking down molecules.

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What is the energy currency of the cell?

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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the energy currency of the cell.

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How do cells obtain energy?

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Cells obtain energy through the process of cellular respiration.

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What is the role of oxygen in metabolism?

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Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration, allowing cells to convert glucose into energy.