V. Systems Thinking: Life, Energy, and Molecules Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Why must glucose enter the cell?
A
To produce ATP (cellular energy)
2
Q
What happens if a glucose channel protein doesn’t work?
A
Glucose can’t enter → no energy → cell function fails
3
Q
What does this unit show about structure and function?
A
The shape of molecules determines what they can do in the body
4
Q
What happens if a mutation affects DNA for an essential protein?
A
The protein may not form or work correctly → harms body function
