Unit 2 Topic 1- Metabolic Pathways And Their Control

Question 1

what is the defenition of metabolism?

Answer 1

the sum total of all biochemical reactions within an organism

Question 2

what are metabolic pathways?

Answer 2

the form which biochemical reactions take. they convert one metabolite into another

Question 3

what are the two types of metabolic pathways?

Answer 3

catabolic and anabolic pathways

Question 4

what is a catabolic pathway?

Answer 4

they cause the breakdown of large molecules to smaller molecules. this process releases energy.

Question 5

what is an anabolic pathway?

Answer 5

they cause the biosynthesis of latge molecules from small molecules. this process requires energy.

Question 6

what is an example of a catabolic reaction?

Answer 6

glycosis and food digestion

Question 7

what is an example of an anabolic reaction?

Answer 7

bone development and muscle mass gain

Question 8

what are metabolic pathways controlled by?

Answer 8

enzymes

Question 9

What is the function of membrane proteins?

Answer 9

To be Pumps, pores and enzymes

Question 10

What are membeanes composed of?

Answer 10

Phospholipids and proteins

Question 11

Are membranes a bilayer?

Answer 11

Yes