Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
What is metabolism?
A
The sum of all reactions in a cell or body
2
Q
What are examples of metabolism?
A
. The conversion of glucose to cellulose in plants to strengthen cell walls.
. The conversion of glucose to glycogen in animal cells for storage.
. The formation of lipids from a molecule of glycerol and three molecules of fatty acids.
. The breakdown of proteins to form urea for excretion.
. Respiration.
