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    5.

    Anabolism is best described as:

    A

    The breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones.

    B

    The synthesis of complex molecules from simpler ones.

    C

    The regulation of metabolic pathways.

    D

    The transport of substances across membranes.

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    8.

    When a metabolic disequilibrium is in effect, then only cells continue to function

    How do cells avoid reaching metabolic equilibrium?

    A

    Only cells that have reached metabolic equilibrium continue to function.

    B

    Only cells that avoid reaching metabolic equilibrium continue to function.

    C

    Metabolic equilibrium is essential for cell function.

    D

    Cells function optimally at metabolic equilibrium.

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    9.

    Catabolism is best described as:

    A

    The synthesis of complex molecules from simpler ones.

    B

    The breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones.

    C

    The regulation of metabolic pathways.

    D

    The transport of substances across membranes.

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    10.

    A researcher isolates an enzyme from a thermophilic bacterium and finds that its activity dramatically decreases when incubated at 25°C compared to its optimal temperature of 70°C. This decrease in activity is MOST likely due to:

    A

    Increased substrate affinity at lower temperatures.

    B

    Changes in the enzyme's three-dimensional structure affecting the active site.

    C

    A decrease in the activation energy of the catalyzed reaction.

    D

    An increase in the concentration of competitive inhibitors at lower temperatures.

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