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Metabolism Assignment

Metabolism Assignment

Q Purpose: • Explain the four stages of metabolism and the major roles of each. • Identify anabolic and catabolic pathways. • Identify hormones and enzymes that regulate metabolism • Task: 1. Download or print Metabolism Worksheet Download Metabolism Worksheet 2. Complete the chart and answer the 8 questions 3. If you uses sources other than our text, please cite them with your answer. 4. Submit Metabolism worksheet via Canvas by due date. 5. Estimated time for completion: 90 minutes Grading Criteria: • Did you complete the chart? • Did you answer eight questions? • If you do not know an answer, did you ask the teacher? • Did you cite your source if you looked up an answer in your book or on the internet? • Is the assignment submitted on time via Canvas? • Worth 15 points in the Assignment group. PreviousNext

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