Introduction to Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
what is metabolism?
A
means by which organisms extract energy from their environment and use this to synthesise large molecules
2
Q
what disorders involve changes in the balance of metabolic activities?
A
- dibetes
- obesity
- vitamin deficiencies
3
Q
when can a reaction occur?
A
- when free energy change is negative
- reaction will occur as long as overall reaction is negative
