Amplify Metabolism Flashcard (Ch 1 and 2)

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The role of the digestive system is...

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to break down starch into glucose and protein into amino acids

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The role of the circulatory system is...

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to transport molecules to the cells

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What do we call the body's use of molecules for energy and growth?

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metabolism

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Three molecules needed by cells for metabolism:

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glucose, amino acids, oxygen

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If the respiratory system isn't working properly...

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the cells won't get enough oxygen

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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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If your digestive system was not breaking down enough starch, your cells would not have enough...

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glucose

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The role of the respiratory system is...

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to take in oxygen from the air

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We get amino acids by breaking down _______. Options: protein, glucose, starch, fiber

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protein

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In a functioning human body, body systems work together to deliver ______________________to the cells in the body.

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Glucose, Oxygen, and Amino Acid Molecules