Metabolism Overview Quiz
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What is the main function of catabolic reactions in metabolism?

  • Convert nutrients to energy (correct)
  • Produce metabolites
  • Lead to the synthesis of larger biomolecules
  • Build larger molecules from smaller molecules
  • How do anabolic pathways differ from catabolic pathways in metabolism?

  • Anabolic pathways create metabolites
  • Anabolic pathways break down large molecules
  • Anabolic pathways release energy
  • Anabolic pathways build larger molecules (correct)
  • What is the significance of metabolic pathways in metabolism?

  • They synthesize new organic materials
  • They are series of chemical reactions (correct)
  • They convert nutrients to energy
  • They produce metabolites
  • Which class of compounds is NOT mentioned as a major metabolite in the text?

    <p>Vitamins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary criteria for distinguishing subsets of metabolites in studies, according to the text?

    <p>Hydrophilic and hydrophobic nature of metabolites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do anabolic pathways use the energy released by catabolic pathways for?

    <p>Build larger molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of metabolites are commonly lipids?

    <p>Nonpolar metabolites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compounds are included in polar metabolites?

    <p>A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do green plants use sunlight energy to convert water and carbon dioxide into?

    <p>Carbohydrates and molecular oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lipids in living organisms?

    <p>Energy storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of molecules are proteins made up of in all living matter?

    <p>Amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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