Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

GCSE BIO > B4: METABOLISM > Flashcards

B4: METABOLISM Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
GCSE Geography - AQA flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Edexcel Route B flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Eduqas Route A flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Edexcel Route A flashcards GCSE Religious Studies - Eduqas Route B flashcards Biology 101 flashcards
1
Q

What is metabolism?

A

the sum of all the reactions in a cell/the body (all controlled by enzymes)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What is metabolic rate?

A

the rate of all chemical reactions in body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What are 2 types of metabolic reactions?

A

-synthesising larger molecules
-breaking down larger molecules

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What are examples of synthesising larger molecules?

A

-glucose –> carbohydrates (starch in plant cells, glycogen in animal cells, cellulose to make cell walls in plant cells)
-1glycerol + 3 fatty acids –> lipid molecules
-amino acids –> proteins
-glucose + nitrate ions –> amino acids –> proteins

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are examples of breaking down larger molecules?

A

-respiration
-digestion
-urea

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

GCSE BIO (58 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions