Metabolism Quiz General Biology Terreve

What is metabolism?

• the way the body moves

• all chemical reactions that occur in our bodies

• digestion

• the way our brain works

What are two reactions that metabolism consists of?

• catabolic

• redox

• neutralization

• anabolic

What is an anabolic reaction?

• Form larger molecules from smaller parts

• Breaks down larger molecules into smaller parts for the body

What is a catabolic reaction?

• Breaks down larger molecules into smaller molecules

• Build up into larger molecules

What is energy?

• The ability to do work

• The ability to move

How many forms of energy are there?

What are the 3 different forms of energy?

• Chemical

• Kinetic

• Stored

• Potential

Chemical energy is a form of potential energy.

• True

• False

What is an enzyme?

Exergonic reactions: