Amplify - Metabolism Chapter 2

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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 glucose?

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Glucose is a simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms.

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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 the function of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is used by cells to help convert glucose into energy during cellular respiration.

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What happens to starch in the intestines?

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Starch is broken down into glucose by enzymes in the intestines.

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What can occur if cells lack glucose?

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If cells lack glucose, they will start to shut down and cannot produce enough energy.

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What are the three main molecules needed for energy production in cells?

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Oxygen, amino acids, and glucose are needed for energy production in cells.

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Why is glucose important for exercise?

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Glucose is important for exercise because it reacts with oxygen to release energy needed for muscle activity.

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What is the consequence of low amino acid levels in cells?

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Low amino acid levels can hinder protein synthesis, affecting growth and repair.

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How do cells obtain energy from food?

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Cells obtain energy from food through metabolic processes that convert nutrients into usable energy.

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