Answer each question the best you can. Pay attention to the point values! Points = # correct answers
Question 1
1.
Metabolism is... (check all that apply)
Question 2
2.
Cells make the energy they need for metabolism using...
Question 3
3.
Question 4
4.
Match each nutrient to its use in the body / cells (3 uses for each nutrient, some uses may be selected more than once)
Structure & strength in animal cells
Cells use as fuel to generate energy
Brain & nerve function
Helps protect and maintain body temperature
Question 5
5.
Question 6
6.
Materials cells need for metabolism are brought to the cells by the...
Question 7
7.
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetic disorder that prevents people from processing an amino acid called phenylalanine. People with PKU can not break down that amino acid. This means they have a hard time making proteins important for brain function and for making melanin (protein that gives color to our skin, hair and eyes).
Use the information above to describe 2 symptoms or difficulties people with Phenylketonuria (PKU) might experience. Provide reasoning for your responses.
You may copy and paste these sentence starters:
People with PKU may experience...
This is because...
C. A life supporting processes that happen constantly
D. All of the thousands of chemical reactions that cells perform to stay alive
E. How the digestive system gets rid of undigested food
3. Fats... (check all that apply)
A. are how cells get rid of wastes
B. provide important metabolic reactants
C. can be used to store and generate energy
D. make up proteins
E. are made of fatty acids
F. help the brain to function by coating / insulating nerve cells so they work properly
G. help protect organs
Made of amino acids & used to make hormones (chemical signals)
Sugars, Starches & Fiber
Proteins
Fats
Carbohydrates
Judith has a problem digesting fats into fatty acids. Which of the following symptoms might Judith have because she can not digest fats well?
A. Brain fog
B. Bones that break easily
C. Difficult time holding onto objects, seeing, or hearing
D. Fatigue or a lack of energy
E. Difficult time maintaining their body temperature
F. They may not be able to make the right hormones to grow and develop properly