7.3 flashcards
1
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What is metabolism?
A
all chemical reactions of life
2
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What does an anabolic reaction do?
A
makes larger molecules out of smaller ones
3
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What does a catabolic reaction do?
A
break down larger molecules into smaller ones
4
Q
What is an endergonic reaction?
A
a reaction that requires more energy than it releases
5
Q
What is an exergonic reaction?
A
a reaction that releases more energy than it requires
6
Q
What is hydrolysis?
A
The breaking down of larger molecules by adding water
7
Q
What is dehydration synthesis?
A
The forming of larger molecules by taking away water
8
Q
What are examples of exergonic reactions?
A
hydrolysis and catabolic reactions
9
Q
What are examples of endergonic reactions?
A
dehydration synthesis. anabolic reactions
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