15 Questions
Ammonia is toxic to which type of cells?
Body cells
What is deamination?
The removal of an amino group from an amino acid or other compound
Which organ combines ammonia with carbon dioxide to form urea?
Liver
Is urea harmful to the body?
No, urea is not harmful
What happens to urea after it is formed?
It is filtered by the kidneys and joins with urine
What happens to the portions of the resulting substance after deamination?
They enter the Kreb cycle to produce energy, carbon dioxide, and water
What is the main function of the Kreb cycle?
To produce energy
What is the role of the kidneys in the process of ammonia elimination?
To filter urea and join it with urine
Which process involves breaking down fats into glycerol and fatty acid chains?
Beta oxidation
What is the result of excessive production of ketones during fat metabolism?
Metabolic acidosis
Which macronutrient is primarily used for energy production during fat metabolism?
Carbohydrates
What is the purpose of deamination in protein metabolism?
To remove nitrogen group from amino acids
Why are essential amino acids important for the body?
They are used to build cellular structures
What is the main function of the Kreb Cycle in energy production?
To convert acetyl-CoA into ATP
What is the role of the liver in fat metabolism?
To break down lipids with hydrolysis
Test your knowledge on the process of using fats as energy for life! Explore the role of lipids and proteins in energy production, including the breakdown of fats through hydrolysis and the involvement of oxygen. Discover the important role of the liver in fat metabolism and the significance of glycerol in the Kreb Cycle.
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