Introduction to Metabolism Quiz
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Which type of metabolic pathway involves the degradation of complex macromolecules into simpler molecules?

  • Glycolysis
  • Krebs cycle
  • Anabolism
  • Catabolism (correct)

    • What is the primary form of energy used to drive fundamental cellular processes?

  • Fatty acids
  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) (correct)
  • Glucose
  • Amino acids

    • What is the main function of anabolism?

  • To generate complex macromolecules (correct)
  • To produce energy in the form of ATP
  • To provide cells with the energy required to carry out their function
  • To break down complex macromolecules

    • What are organic molecules broken down into to generate energy in cells?

    <p>Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main components of food broken down into before being digested by cells?

    <p>Proteins into amino acids, polysaccharides into sugars, and fats into fatty acids and glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

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