Biochemistry and Metabolism Quiz

What is the primary function of insulin?

• Promote fat breakdown

• Stimulate protein synthesis

• Decrease blood glucose levels

• Increase blood glucose levels

Which hormone is primarily associated with the fasting state?

• Insulin

• Glucagon

• Cortisol

• Epinephrine

What type of metabolism involves building molecules?

• Endergonic

• Anabolic

• Catabolic

• Exergonic

Which of the following is an example of a catabolic process?

• Fatty acid synthesis

• Glycogenesis

• Glycolysis

• Protein synthesis

What is the term for reactions that absorb energy?

• Exergonic

• Catabolic

• Exothermic

• Endothermic

Which of the following amino acids is essential?

• Serine

• Alanine

• Glycine

• Leucine

What is the role of glucagon in the body?

• Promote fat storage

• Increase blood glucose levels

• Stimulate glucose uptake

• Enhance protein synthesis

Which process is primarily involved in energy production?

• Glycogenesis

• Lipid synthesis

• Protein synthesis

• Glycolysis

What is the main function of cortisol?

• Promote muscle growth

• Increase insulin sensitivity

• Regulate metabolism during stress

• Enhance fat storage

Which of the following is a characteristic of exergonic reactions?

• Are endothermic

• Are anabolic

• Release energy

• Require energy input