Metabolism -Amplify- Chapter 3

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What is metabolism?

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The body's use of molecules for energy and growth.

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What are the products of cellular respiration in the mitochondria?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What molecule do organisms obtain from the air?

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Oxygen.

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What do glucose and oxygen react to produce?

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Energy for the body to function.

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What are all systems of the human body made of?

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Cells.

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What is the role of glucose in metabolism?

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Glucose is a primary source of energy for cellular processes.

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What is the function of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, where energy production occurs.

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What is the significance of oxygen in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is essential for the process of cellular respiration, allowing cells to convert glucose into energy.

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What happens to glucose in the absence of oxygen?

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In the absence of oxygen, glucose undergoes fermentation, producing less energy.

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What is the relationship between metabolism and exercise?

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Metabolism provides the energy needed for physical activity and exercise.