Definitions Flashcards
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Define Catabolism or catabolic pathways
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Catabolic pathways are reactions that result in the breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones with the release of energy.
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Define Anabolism or Anabolic pathways
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Consume energy to build complex molecules from simpler ones.
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Define Amphibolic pathways
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Function as catabolic or anabolic pathways depending on the needs of the cell
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What is respiration?
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Where glucose is completely broken down
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What is fermentation?
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Where glucose is partially broken down
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Pathways involved in carbohydrate catabolism provide
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- Energy -> oxidation of glucose real eases energy
* precursors for biosynthesis
