Ch-07: Metabolism
This chapter introduces the concept of metabolism, explaining how all chemical reactions inside living organisms are essential for growth, maintenance, and survival. Students will understand the difference between catabolism, which breaks down complex molecules to release energy, and anabolism, which builds complex molecules using energy, with clear everyday examples.
The notes provide a detailed explanation of enzymes as biological catalysts, their characteristics, and the lock-and-key mechanism of enzyme action. Students will also learn about the