Untitled Deck Flashcards
1
Q
What is catabolism?
A
Chemical reactions where molecules are broken down.
2
Q
What is anabolism?
A
Chemical reactions where molecules are built.
3
Q
What is metabolism?
A
Sum of all chemical reactions in the body.
4
Q
What are exergonic reactions?
A
Reactions that release energy.
5
Q
What are endergonic reactions?
A
Reactions that require energy to proceed.
6
Q
What is phosphorylation?
A
Adding a phosphate group.
7
Q
What is hydrolysis?
A
Breaking down a molecule by adding water.
