BIOD 171 Microbiology Module 2 Exam Portage Learning Questions and Answers

BIOD 171 Microbiology Module 2 Exam Portage Learning
Questions and Answers
Question 1
True or false: metabolism is a controlled set of biochemical reactions that occur in living organisms in order to maintain life.
Correct Answer
True



Question 2
True or false: enzymes slow down chemical reactions to conserve energy
Correct Answer
false, they speed up (catalyze) chemical reactions



Question 3
The term for metal ions that assist enzymes during the catalysis reaction
Correct Answer
cofactors




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, Question 4
What is catabolism?
Correct Answer
The process of breaking down larger molecules into useful energy sources



Question 5
Upon cellular injury, which metabolic process is involved during the growth and repair phases of the cell.
Correct Answer
anabolism



Question 6
An organism that obtains its energy (derives ATP) from photons of light is called a __________________
Correct Answer
phototrophic microorganism



Question 7
An organism that derives its energy by removing electrons from elemental sulfur would be classified as a ____________
Correct Answer
Lithotroph




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