7th Grade Metabolism Flashcard Review 1

Front

What molecules does a functioning human body have in its cells?

Back

Molecules from food and molecules from air.

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Where does the body get glucose molecules? Fill in the blank: Glucose molecules come from _______.

Back

food.

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In order to release energy, what do cells need?

Back

Both glucose and oxygen.

Front

Which of the following is a product of cellular respiration?

Back

Carbon Dioxide.

Front

What is the body system that takes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide?

Back

B) Respiratory system.

Front

What is metabolism?

Back

The process by which the body converts food into energy.

Front

What is cellular respiration?

Back

The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

Front

What is the role of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is needed to help break down glucose to release energy.

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What is glucose?

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A simple sugar that is an important energy source for living organisms.

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What are the two main types of metabolism?

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Catabolism (breaking down molecules) and anabolism (building up molecules).