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Which one of these describes metabolism correctly?
Which one of these describes metabolism correctly?
- Metabolism is the process of converting nutrients into energy.
- Metabolism is the breakdown of nutrients within a cell.
- Metabolism is the breakdown and buildup of nutrients within a cell. (correct)
- Metabolism is the buildup of nutrients within a cell.
What is the main purpose of catabolism?
What is the main purpose of catabolism?
- To break down complex molecules into simpler ones.
- To build complex molecules using energy and building blocks.
- To convert nutrients into energy.
- To provide energy and building blocks for anabolism. (correct)
What is the main purpose of anabolism?
What is the main purpose of anabolism?
- To provide energy and building blocks for catabolism.
- To break down complex molecules into simpler ones.
- To convert nutrients into energy.
- To build complex molecules using energy and building blocks. (correct)
Which one of these is an example of an exergonic reaction?
Which one of these is an example of an exergonic reaction?
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Which one of these is an example of an endergonic reaction?
Which one of these is an example of an endergonic reaction?
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