The Cell: Part 7: The Life Functions Flashcards
1
Q
Ingestion
A
Intake of nutrients.
2
Q
Digestion
A
Enzymatic breakdown, hydrolysis, of food so it is small enough to be assimilated by the body.
3
Q
Respiration
A
Metabolic processes that produces energy (ATP).
4
Q
Transport
A
Distribution of molecules from one part of the cell to another.
5
Q
Regulation
A
Ability to maintain internal stability, Homeostasis.
6
Q
Synthesis
A
Combining of small molecules or substances to large, complex ones.
7
Q
Exertion
A
Removal of metabolic wastes.
8
Q
Egestion
A
Removal of undigested waste.
9
Q
Reproduction
A
Ability to generate offspring.
10
Q
Irritibality
A
Ability to respond to stimuli.
11
Q
Locomotion
A
Moving from place to place. (Animal cells only)
12
Q
Metabolism
A
Sum total of all life functions.
