Exam 7: Energy Metabolism

Which of the following terms best defines the following process: an amino group from an amino acid is moved to a compound called ?-ketoacid, forming a new amino acid?

It has been proven that “caloric restriction with optimal nutrition” (CRON) results in a longer life-span for humans.

What is the energy from glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids transferred to in catabolic pathways?

The process by which fatty acids are metabolized is called _____.

Ben and his date Marla have both had 4 beers. Ben is 6’ 3” and weighs 240 lb. Marla is 5’ 3” and weighs 130 lb. Will their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels be the same? If not, why not?

Alcohol is a drug and as such has What type of effect?

The chemical breakdown of sugar by yeast produces an alcohol called _______________.

Anabolic pathways promote the _____.

Habitual consumption of alcohol increases the risk of developing which type of cancer?

In glycogenolysis, the liver breaks down _____ in order to be able to release _____ into the blood.

What molecule is uniquely suited to transfer energy to energy-requiring anabolic reactions?

Substrate phosphorylation is a process that results in the generation of some _____.

Why is the citric acid cycle considered to be an amphibolic pathway?

Which of the following hormones is anabolic?

Organic molecules derived from vitamins that act as helpers are called:

What percentage of the ATP generated from glucose results from oxidative phosphorylation via the electron transport chain?

One can gain body fat from eating too much protein because once the body’s need for protein is met, excess amino acids are eventually converted into triglycerides for storage.

Which hormone stimulates the breakdown of glycogen in the liver and the release of glucose into the blood?

Researchers have estimated that adults who consume an average of one to two alcoholic drinks daily reduce their cardiovascular risk by what percentage?

What types of enzymes catalyze hydrolysis reactions?