16 Questions
What is the definition of metabolism?
The chemical changes that take place in a cell that produce energy and basic materials
What are the compounds formed as a result of metabolism called?
Metabolites
How are most metabolic pathways classified?
As catabolic and anabolic
What do catabolic reactions break down?
Large, complex molecules
Which stage of metabolism involves using ATP energy to build larger molecules?
Anabolism
What do catabolic reactions provide?
Smaller molecules
What is the main function of ATP in cells?
Serving as an energy form
Which stage of metabolism involves the oxidation of small molecules to CO2 and H2O?
Stage 3: Oxidation of small molecules in the citric acid cycle
What coenzyme reduces to NADH when accepting H+ and electrons?
NAD+
What process involves the digestion of polysaccharides to smaller polysaccharides, maltose, and some glucose?
Stage 1 of carbohydrate metabolism
What is the main role of coenzyme A in metabolism?
Activating acyl groups for transfer
Which compound is involved in the breakdown of large molecules to smaller ones that enter the bloodstream?
Coenzyme A
What compound is obtained from the oxidation of food and serves as the energy form stored in cells?
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Where does the digestion of carbohydrates begin?
Mouth
What is the structure of coenzyme FAD?
Is flavin adenine dinucleotide
What is the role of ATP in metabolism?
Is the energy form stored in cells
Test your knowledge about metabolism and digestion with this quiz. Explore the chemical changes that occur in cells, the production of energy, and the basic materials required for life processes.
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