metobolism Flashcards
1
Q
what is the defition of metabolism?
A
sum of all chemical reactions in a cell or the body
2
Q
what is glucose converted to in a plant cell?
A
celluose - strength of cell wall , starch - storage of glucose
3
Q
what is another thing that glucose is used for in plants?
A
reacted with nitrate ions to create amino acids - synthesise proteins
4
Q
what is glucose in humans?
A
glycogen - storage form
5
Q
what is reacted to make lipids?
A
1 glycerol molecule + 3 fatty acid molecules
6
Q
what happens to excess proteins?
A
broken down into chemical urea - excreted by kidneys
