Metabolism Flashcards
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What is an anabolism?
A
Set of pathways that build molecules from smaller units
1
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What is the metabolism?
A
It is the set of chemical reactions that happen in the living organisms to maintain life
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What is catabolism?
A
Set of pathways that break down molecules into smaller units and release energy
3
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Tell three characteristics of anabolism
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Synthesis( build and putting tag)
From simple to complex
Energy absorption endergonic
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Tell three characteristics of catabolism
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Decomposition( break down)
From complex to simple
Energy releasing exergonic
5
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Where is the cellular respiration ubicated?
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In mitochondria
