NCM 116: Module 1M Concept of Metabolism Quiz
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What does the term 'metabolism' refer to?

  • Energy equivalent to muscle contractions and heat production
  • Capacity to do work or perform activities
  • Total daily energy expenditure
  • Physical and chemical processes occurring in the body's cells (correct)
  • Which component accounts for the largest portion of total daily energy expenditure?

  • Human Energy
  • Catabolism
  • Anabolism
  • Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) (correct)
  • What is the primary function of anabolism?

  • Building larger/complex molecules (correct)
  • Distribution of nutrients in the blood
  • Generation of energy
  • Elimination of wastes
  • What is catabolism primarily associated with?

    <p>Breakdown reactions/destructive phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equivalent of human energy in terms of metabolic activity?

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

    What does Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) represent?

    <p>Energy spent on basal metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of metabolism?

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

    Which factor influences an individual's metabolic rate (MR)?

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

    What is the first step in normal metabolism after ingestion?

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

    Where does the absorption of nutrients occur in the digestive system?

    <p>Gastrointestinal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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

    Which organ can convert excess glucose to glycogen for storage?

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

    What is the end product of glycolysis?

    <p>$2$ molecules of pyruvate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vitamin is required for the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl CoA?

    <p><strong>Vitamin B</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many molecules of ATP are yielded from the metabolism of one glucose?

    <p>$31$ molecules of ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells can produce glucose through a process called gluconeogenesis?

    <p>Liver and kidney cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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