Enzymes Flashcards

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Define metabolism

A

All the chemical reactions that take place in cells

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What is the difference between a catabolic and anabolic reaction?

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Anabolic: smaller molecules built up into larger molecules - requires ATP
Catabolic: larger molecules broken down into smaller molecules - releases ATP

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3
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Define a catalyst

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Anything that speeds up reaction rate by lowering the activation energy

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4
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What hormones are involved in catabolism?

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Adrenaline, cytokine, glucagon and cortisol

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