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What is the main purpose of catabolic reactions in metabolism?
What is the main purpose of catabolic reactions in metabolism?
- To break down large, complex molecules to provide energy and smaller molecules (correct)
- To build larger molecules using ATP energy
- To synthesize DNA and protein
- To separate the contents of a cell from the external environment
Which stage of catabolism involves the oxidation of small molecules to produce ATP energy?
Which stage of catabolism involves the oxidation of small molecules to produce ATP energy?
- Stage 4: Polymerization
- Stage 1: Digestion and Hydrolysis
- Stage 2: Degradation
- Stage 3: Oxidation (correct)
Where do metabolic reactions occur in eukaryotic cells?
Where do metabolic reactions occur in eukaryotic cells?
- Ribosome
- Lysosome
- Nucleus
- Mitochondrion (correct)
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
Which component of a cell separates the cell's contents from the external environment?
Which component of a cell separates the cell's contents from the external environment?
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the main function of ATP in biological systems?
What is the main function of ATP in biological systems?
Which component is NOT part of the ATP molecule?
Which component is NOT part of the ATP molecule?
What happens to pyruvate under anaerobic conditions?
What happens to pyruvate under anaerobic conditions?
Which process occurs when excess glucose needs to be stored in the body?
Which process occurs when excess glucose needs to be stored in the body?
What is the primary function of Coenzyme A (CoA) in metabolic pathways?
What is the primary function of Coenzyme A (CoA) in metabolic pathways?
When does gluconeogenesis tend to be more active?
When does gluconeogenesis tend to be more active?