11 Questions
Which term refers to the breakdown of large molecules into smaller ones?
Catabolism
What is the main difference between catabolism and anabolism?
Energy is released in catabolism and absorbed in anabolism
What is a metabolic pathway?
A series of consecutive reactions forming a cycle
Which type of pathway generates a final product different from the reactants?
Linear pathway
In which type of pathway, energy is generally absorbed during the synthesis of large molecules?
Anabolic pathway
What is the process that involves the breakdown of large molecules into smaller ones?
Catabolism
Which enzyme is involved in the hydrolysis of carbohydrates in the small intestine?
Amylase
What is the process where energy is generally released during the breakdown of large molecules?
Catabolism
During protein digestion, which enzyme is responsible for cleaving the large protein backbone into smaller peptides?
Pepsin
What type of pathway regenerates the first reaction in a series of reactions?
Cyclic pathway
Where does the catabolism of food begin?
Saliva
Test your knowledge on metabolism, catabolism, anabolism, and metabolic pathways in organisms. Learn about the breakdown of large molecules, energy release, synthesis of large molecules, and energy absorption in living organisms.
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