Metabolism Chapter 2 Flashcard

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What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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The primary function of the respiratory system is to bring oxygen into the body and remove carbon dioxide.

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What molecule do cells primarily use for energy?

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Cells primarily use glucose for energy.

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What are the main components that cells need from food and air?

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Cells need glucose, amino acids, and oxygen from food and air.

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Which body systems are involved in the digestion and transportation of glucose?

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The digestive and circulatory systems are involved in the digestion and transportation of glucose.

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What smaller molecule do starches break down into during digestion?

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Starches break down into glucose during digestion.

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How does oxygen enter the body?

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Oxygen enters the body through the respiratory system, specifically the lungs.

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What role do amino acids play in the body?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are essential for growth, repair, and maintenance of body tissues.

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism is the set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms that convert food into energy.

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What is the relationship between the digestive system and energy levels?

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The digestive system breaks down food into glucose, which provides energy; insufficient glucose can lead to fatigue.

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What is the significance of glucose in cellular respiration?

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Glucose is crucial in cellular respiration as it is broken down to produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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