Amplify Metabolism

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What is the definition of METABOLISM?

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the body's use of molecules for energy and growth

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What is the term for the body's use of molecules for energy and growth?

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metabolism

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Which system transports glucose, oxygen, and amino acid molecules to all the cells in your body?

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circulatory system

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What is a group of atoms joined together in a particular way called?

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molecules

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What is information about the natural world that is used to support or go against (refute) a claim?

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evidence

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What is the primary source of energy for the body?

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glucose

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What is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy?

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cellular respiration

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What is the role of the digestive system in metabolism?

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It breaks down food into nutrients that can be absorbed and used for energy.

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What are amino acids used for in the body?

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They are the building blocks of proteins, which are essential for growth and repair.

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What is the function of the respiratory system in metabolism?

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It provides oxygen needed for cellular respiration.