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Which of the following best describes metabolism?
Which of the following best describes metabolism?
- A process that allows conversion and conservation of energy
- A highly integrated network of chemical reactions (correct)
- The breakdown of macromolecules
- The synthesis of macromolecules
What are the objectives of understanding metabolic pathways?
What are the objectives of understanding metabolic pathways?
- To know the energy sources used by the pathways
- To understand the fundamental concepts of metabolic pathways
- To know the recurring themes used in metabolism
- All of the above (correct)
Which organisms use CO2 as a carbon source?
Which organisms use CO2 as a carbon source?
- Chemotrophs (animals)
- Phototrophs (green plants)
- Autotrophs (plants, algae) (correct)
- Heterotrophs (animals)
Which organisms use chemical energy from redox reactions as an energy source?
Which organisms use chemical energy from redox reactions as an energy source?
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How are nutrients absorbed in metabolism?
How are nutrients absorbed in metabolism?
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