Metabolism Before 2.2

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What does protein break down into?

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Amino Acid

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Where does protein get broken down?

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Small Intestine

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Amino acid leaves the small intestine and enters the...

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Circulatory System

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Can a water molecule enter the cell?

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True

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What happens to extra glucose in the body?

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It goes to glucose storage.

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What is metabolism?

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The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.

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What are the two main types of metabolism?

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Catabolism and Anabolism.

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What is catabolism?

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The process of breaking down molecules to obtain energy.

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What is anabolism?

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The process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones.

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What role do enzymes play in metabolism?

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They act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.