Introduction to metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
What is anabolism?
A
Synthesising new large molecules from smaller ones - this requires energy
2
Q
What is catabolism?
A
Breaking down larger molecules into smaller ones
3
Q
What are the four phases of metabolism
A
1) Absorptive
2) Post - absorptive
3) Fasting
4) Intense exercise
4
Q
Why are carbohydrates inefficient as energy store?
A
It binds alot of water making it bulky
5
Q
Why are erythrocytes unable to carry out aerobic metabolism?
A
Because no mitochondria in RBCs
