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Concept of metabolism - class-XII

Description: concept of metabolism
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Water we take in, plays an important role in?

  1. Metabolic processes

  2. Provide energy

  3. Prevents dehydration

  4. More than one correct answer


Correct Option: A

Which of the following represents the metabolic anti-transparent?

  1. PMA

  2. $CO _2$

  3. Aspirin

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A

Which of the following life processes is evolved around RNA?

  1. Metabolism

  2. Translation

  3. Splicing

  4. All of these


Correct Option: D

Respiration is a

  1. Anabolic process

  2. Deamination process

  3. Catabolic process

  4. Both A and C


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The breaking of the C-C bonds of complex compounds through oxidation within the cells, leading to the release of a considerable amount of energy is called as respiration. As carbon-carbon covalent bonds are broken, it is a catabolic process. Respiration involves the synthesis of energy in form of ATP. The synthesis of ATP leads to the formation of several covalent linkages of phosphates. There is synthesis which are included in the anabolic processes.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.

Catabolic and anabolic pathways are often coupled in cell because

  1. Both the paths have the same energy

  2. The free energy released from one pathway is used to drive other

  3. The intermediates of a catabolic pathway are used in the anabolic pathway

  4. Their enzymes are controlled by their activators and inhibitors.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • Anabolic pathways are those that require energy to synthesize larger molecules. Catabolic pathways are those that generate energy by breaking down larger molecules. Both types of pathways are required for maintaining the cell's energy balance.
  • Catabolic and anabolic pathway are coupled because catabolic reactions furnish the energy required for anabolism. Catabolic reactions transfer energy from complex molecules to ATP. Anabolic reactions transfer energy from ATP to complex molecules.
  • Hence Catabolic and anabolic pathways are often coupled in the cell because the free energy released from one pathway is used to drive other.
  • So, the correct answer is 'the free energy released from one pathway is used to drive other'.

Muscle tissue growth : anabolic process : : .......... : catabolic process.

  1. Digestion

  2. Secretion

  3. Regulation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muscle tissue growth is an anabolic process. There is respiration reactions carried out in the muscles which provide energy in the form of ATP. This liberated energy helps the muscles to relax and contract. Thus, the muscles tissue show growth due to anabolic process. 

The process of digestion is considered as the catabolic process. There is break down of the complex food into simpler compounds. These simpler molecules can be easily absorbed by the cells of the body. 
Thus, the correct answer is option A. 

Conversion of polysaccharide to monosaccharide is known as

  1. Anabolic reaction

  2. Catabolic reaction

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The catabolic processes are the reactions in which the large complex molecules are broken down to produce smaller organic molecules. The polysaccharide which is a complex molecule is broken down to from many small monosaccharide molecules. For example, glycogen is broken down to produce glucose molecules. 

Thus, the correct answer is option B. 

Which of the following activity is catabolic in nature?

  1. Cell repair

  2. Protoplasm synthesis

  3. Degradation of amino acid in liver

  4. Conversion of glucose to glycogen


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Catabolism involves the breakdown of a substance, often to release energy or during excretion for removal of waste. Degradation of amino acids in the liver is such an example where amino acids are broken down into inorganic substituents for recycling or removal.

Cell repair, protoplasm synthesis and conversion of glucose to glucose are all examples of anabolism which involves the synthesis of a product.
So the correct answer is 'Degradation of amino acids in the liver'.

Glycogenolysis is a 

  1. Anabolic reaction

  2. Catabolic reaction

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The catabolic processes are the reactions in which the large complex molecules are broken down to produce smaller organic molecules. The polysaccharide which is a complex molecule is broken down to from many small monosaccharide molecules. For example, glycogen is broken down to produce glucose molecules and the process is known as glycogenolysis. 

Thus, the correct answer is option B. 

Formation of nucleotide is a

  1. Anabolic reaction

  2. Catabolic reaction

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The nucleotides can be formed by two paths. When the nucleotide is formed due to the breaking of the bonds in the RNA and DNA, this process is an example of a catabolic process. When the nucleotides are formed from the nucleosides and nitrogenous bases, then this is an example of an anabolic process. 

Thus, the correct answer is option C. 

Which of the following statement can be related to catabolism?

  1. It is an exergonic reaction

  2. It is an endergonic reaction

  3. It helps to break complex molecules to simple ones.

  4. Both A and C


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The catabolic processes are the reactions in which the large complex molecules are broken down to form the smaller molecules. The process is an exergonic process in which the energy is released due to the breaking of the bonds of the larger complex molecules. The energy is released due to breaking of the bonds in the ATP molecule to produce ADP or AMP. 

Thus, the correct answer is option D. 

Which is correct for catabolism of 18 C fatty acid

  1. Mitochondria, beta oxidation, 148 ATP molecules

  2. Mitochondria, beta oxidation, 140 ATP molecules

  3. Cytosol, beta oxidation, 146 ATP molecules

  4. Cytosol, beta oxidation, 140 ATP molecules


Correct Option: A

Identify the anabolic process from the following.

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Glycolysis

  3. Hydrolysis of starch

  4. Respiration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
  • Anabolism is the category of metabolism in which bio-molecules are synthesized. Whereas catabolism is breaking down of bio-molecules into simpler forms, mostly for the release of energy. 
  • During photosynthesis, carbohydrate is formed from carbon dioxide and water in presence of sunlight. 
  • Glycolysis is catabolic process releasing ATP.
  • Hydrolysis of starch is the break down of starch into simpler monosaccharides using water.
  • Respiration is the oxidative process releasing ATP. It has both catabolic as well as anabolic reactions involved hence it is rather considered as an amphibolic process.
So, the correct option is 'Photosynthesis'.

Photosynthesis is an example of 

  1. Anabolism

  2. Endergonic reactions

  3. Both A and B

  4. Exergonic reactions


Correct Option: C
Explanation:
  • Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, some bacteria, and some protistans use the energy from sunlight to produce glucose from carbon dioxide and water. This glucose can be converted into pyruvate which releases adenosine triphosphate (ATP) by cellular respiration. Oxygen is also formed.
  • Anabolic processes are processes that build up compounds. As photosynthesis build up glucose hence it is an anabolic process.
  • An endergonic reaction requires or absorbs energy from its surroundings. Photosynthesis is an endergonic reaction. The energy required for photosynthesis comes from light hence endergonic.
  • Hence Photosynthesis is an example of Anabolism and endergonic reactions.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'.

A regulatory gene produces some kind of protein through its mRNA that controls the activity of the operator gene which signals the formation of specific enzymes required for the metabolic breakdown of the food. How does that protein regulate the activity of the operator gene?

  1. The repressor protein produced after combining with an inducer activates the operator gene

  2. The repressor protein produced after combining with a co repressor activates the operator gene

  3. The catabolic activator protein(CAP) produced activates the operator gene

  4. The mutated repressor protein produced activates the operator gene


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is a catabolic reaction?

  1. Intercellular digestion

  2. Intracellular digestion

  3. Respiration

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The catabolic processes are the reactions in which the large complex molecules are broken down to form the smaller molecules. The process is an exergonic process in which the energy is released due to the breaking of the bonds of the larger complex molecules. Intracellular digestion refers to the breaking of the larger molecules. Intercellular digestion is the processes in which the molecules are broken down outside the cell and then absorbed. During internal respiration, there is the breakdown of the molecules to produce ATP. 

Thus, the correct answer is option D. 

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given .
All the chemical energy transformations that occur within a cell is called

  1. metabolism

  2. adaptation

  3. homeostasis

  4. photosynthesis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:
Metabolism is the set of life-sustaining chemical processes that enable organisms to transform the chemical energy stored in molecules into energy that can be used for cellular processes.
So, the correct option is 'metabolism'

State whether the following statements are true or false .
A metabolic pathway is a sequence of chemical reactions in which each step is controlled by its own specific enzymes.

  1. True

  2. False


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Enzymes are organic catalysts which aid in facilitating chemical reactions in the body. Each metabolic pathway consists of a series of biochemical reactions that are connected by their intermediates: the products of one reaction are the substrates for subsequent reactions, and so on. Any metabolic pathway inside our body (for example glycolysis) requires several enzymes working in a sequential manner. 

So, the correct option is 'True'.

Which of the following is not metabolised in human body and therefore, used in determining glomerular filtration rate?

  1. Insulin

  2. Inulin

  3. Cellulose xanthate

  4. Toxic ketones


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Inulin is an indicator of GFR because, it is neither reabsorbed into the blood after filtration nor secreted through peritubular capillaries, amount of inulin cleared through the urine is indicative of the amount of plasma filtered by body's glomeruli.

So, the correct option is 'Inulin'.

How many features listed below are exhibited by flatworms (A) and bacteria (B)?


(i) Growth by increases in mass only
(ii) Regeneration
(iii) Self-consciousness
(iv) Anabolism and catabolism
(v) Binary fission

  1. A - (i,ii,iii,iv) B- (i, iii, iv)

  2. A - (ii,iv) B- (iv, v)

  3. A - (ii,iii,iv) B- (i, iv, v)

  4. A - (i,ii) B- (iii, iv, v)


Correct Option: B

It is much easier for a small animal to run uphill than for a large animal, because - ?

  1. small animals have lower $O _2$ requirement

  2. the efficiency of muscles in larger animal is less than in smaller animal

  3. it's easier to carry a small body weight

  4. smaller animals have higher metabolic rate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
It has been observed that the metabolic rate of an organism is inversely proportional to its body weight, that is smaller animals have a higher metabolic rate. This higher metabolic rate allows them to have higher energy and are quicker in climbing heights as compared to larger animals.

So, the correct answer  is 'smaller animals have higher metabolic rate'.

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given .
All the biochemical pathways in a cell constitute

  1. Coupling reactions

  2. Endergonic reactions only

  3. Exergonic reactions only

  4. Metabolism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

There are various biochemical reactions taking inside a cell. Some of these reactions may result in absorption of energy (called as endergonic reactions) or release of energy (called as exergonic reactions). Often both these types of reactions are coupled, to get the energy to those endergonic reactions, they are paired up with energy-releasing exergonic reactions (known as coupling reactions). Although, there are a wide variety of reactions taking place inside the body apart from these reactions. Metabolism is a term that is used to describe all these biochemical reactions involved in maintaining the living state of the cells and the organism. 

So, the correct option is 'Metabolism'.


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