12. Microbial Metabolism
Introduction to Metabolism
12. Microbial Metabolism
Introduction to Metabolism
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Introduction to Metabolism
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Catabolic & Anabolic Pathways
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Problem
ProblemWhich of the following terms specifically describes the metabolic process of breaking down large molecules?
a) Catabolism.
b) Metabolism.
c) Anabolism.
d) Dehydration.
A
Catabolism.
B
Metabolism.
C
Anabolism.
D
Dehydration.
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Problem
ProblemWhich of the following statements is TRUE regarding anabolic pathways?
a) They are used for digesting sugars.
b) They consume energy to build up polymers from monomers.
c) They release energy by breaking down polymers into monomers.
d) They increase the entropy of the organism.
A
They are used for digesting sugars.
B
They consume energy to build up polymers from monomers.
C
They release energy by breaking down polymers into monomers.
D
They increase the entropy of the organism.