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11 Cards in this Set
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Metabolism |
This is the chemical reactions that occur in the cells of a living organism. |
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Anabolic Reactions |
These reactions use energy to join small molecules together to form larger molecules. |
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Examples of Anabolic Reactions |
In Plants: Respiration In Animals: Formation of Muscles |
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Catabolic Reactions |
These reactions use energy to break down large molecules into smaller molecules. |
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Examples of Catabolic Reactions |
In Plants: Respiration In Animals: Digestion |
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Characteristics of Life |
1. Sensitivity 2. Nutrition 3. Organisation 4. Reproduction 5. Excretion |
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1.Sensitivity |
The way in which all living this react to stimuli |
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2.Nutrition |
The way organisms obtain and use food. |
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3.Organisation |
That living things are composed of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems
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4.Reproduction |
The production of new individuals. |
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5.Excretion |
The removal of waste products of metabolism from the body. |
