Chapter 7.3 Metabolism Flashcards
1
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Define Metabolism.
A
All chemical reactions of life.
2
Q
Define Anabolic
A
Make larger molecules out of smaller ones.
3
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Define Catabolic
A
Breaking down larger molecules into smaller ones.
4
Q
Define exergonic
A
Releases more energy than is required.
5
Q
Endergonic
A
They require more energy than they release.
6
Q
Define Hydrolysis.
A
Using water molecules to break up bonds.
7
Q
Define Dehydration synthesis.
A
Using water molecules to build bonds.
8
Q
What do exergonic reactions include?
A
Hydrolysis and catabolism.
9
Q
What do endergonic reactions include?
A
dehydration and anabolic.
10
Q
Why does an exergonic reaction have to occur before an endergonic one?
A
It occurs first so that it can provide energy for the endergonic reaction.
