Metabolism Practice questions with complete solutions
The sum of all of the biochemical processes going on within the human body at any given time is called A) glycolysis. B) oxidative phosphorylation. C) catabolism. D) anabolism. E) metabolism. correct answer: Answer: E Cells synthesize new organic components for which of the following reasons? A) structural maintenance B) growth and repair C) produce secretions D) store nutrients E) All of the answers are correct. correct answer: Answer: E Reactions within ________ provide most of the energy needed by a typical cell. A) cytoplasm B) the plasma membrane C) the mitochondria D) the endoplasmic reticulum E) nucleus correct answer: Answer: C Cells perform catabolism to generate ATP, which can be used for A) muscle contraction. B) ion transport. C) protein synthesis. D) glycogen synthesis. E) All of the answers are correct. correct answer: Answer: E What percent of energy released from catabolism is lost as heat? A) 20 B) 30 C) 40 D) 50 E) 60 correct answer: Answer: E Cells must synthesize new organic compounds A) to support growth. B) to perform structural maintenance or repairs. C) to produce secretions. D) to store nutrient reserves. E) All of the answers are correct. correct answer: Answer: E The chemical equation that correctly summarizes the overall reaction in oxidative
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