Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
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ISBN: 9781260159363
Author: Martin, Terry R., Prentice-craver, Cynthia
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
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Chapter 56, Problem 1PL

The type of metabolic reactions that release energy are.
a. catabolism
b. anabolism
c. synthesis
d. active transport

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Summary Introduction

Introduction:

The living organisms are considered living because there are many non-living processes being carried out in the body to make the body living. The vital processes that occur in our body are on a mission to maintain homeostasis in the body. Homeostasis is the equilibrium of the body between interdependent elements.

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The correct answer is option (a) catabolism.

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Option (a) catabolism. Catabolism is the breakdown reactions in which biomolecules are broken down into their simpler forms along with the release of energy. Catabolic reactions are also called as destructive metabolism. So, the correct answer is option (a).

Explanation for incorrect answer:

Option (b) anabolism. Anabolism is the opposite of catabolism in which large biomolecules are formed from their simpler precursors along with the storage of energy. They are also known as constructive metabolism. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (c) synthesis. Energy is released during breakdown while energy is stored during synthesis. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (d) active transport. Active transport is a mechanism of transport of molecules from one place to another in the cell. It is not involved in synthesis or breakdown. Although during active transport, energy is required, it is not a metabolic reaction.

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