Vocabulary
What is metabolism?
The body's use of molecules for energy and growth
Which molecule can cells use to release energy?
Glucose
Which body system breaks down food into molecules the body can use?
Digestive System
Which two molecules are needed for cellular respiration?
Glucose and oxygen
How old is Mrs. Torres dad?
55
What is a molecule?
A group of atoms bonded together
Proteins are broken down into what molecule
Amino Acids
What is the main job of the respiratory system?
Take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide
What are the products of cellular respiration?
carbon dioxide, water, and energy
What is Mrs. Torres favorite chocolate... two acceptable answers... you must get at least one for the points.
buncha crunch or hershey kisses
What is the digestive system?
The body system that breaks down food into usable molecules
Starch is made of many molecules of...
Glucose
What is the main job of the circulatory system?
Transport molecules to and from cells
What does cellular respiration allow cells to obtain?
Energy
When is Mrs. Torres birthday?
January 31st!
What is the respiratory system?
The body system that takes in oxygen and removes carbon dioxide
What three molecules do cells need from outside the body?
oxygen, glucose, and amino acids
What happens to oxygen after it enters the lungs?
It is transported by the circulatory system to cells
What is cellular respiration?
A chemical reaction that uses glucose and oxygen to release energy
How many pets does Mrs. Torres have (if any)?
BONUS POINTS: Names
TWO
Zoe my border collie & Milo my black lab pit mix
What is cellular respiration?
The process cells use to release energy from glucose with oxygen
Tell me the sequence of how glucose reaches cells...
Mouth → stomach/intestines → blood → cells
Why is the circulatory system important to metabolism?
It brings oxygen, glucose, and amino acids to cells and carries other molecules away.
Name the chemical formula for cellular respiration
Glucose (C6H12O6) + Oxygen (6O2) --> Carbon Dioxide (6CO2) + Water (6H2O) + Energy
What is Mrs. Torres' dad's name?
BONUS: FULL NAME + NICKNAME
Roberto (Robbie) Gorosave