Cell membrane — role?
Controls substance movement in/out of cell
Mitochondria — function?
Site of energy release via respiration
Biological molecules — main types?
Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins, minerals
Enzymes — mechanism?
Speed up reactions via active sites
Photosynthesis — purpose?
Convert light into chemical energy in plants
Xylem — transports?
Water and mineral ions from roots to leaves
Phloem — transports?
Sugars from leaves to other plant parts
Blood — function?
Transports oxygen, nutrients, waste
Arteries vs veins — difference?
Arteries carry blood away; veins carry it back
Heart — role?
Pumps blood to circulate nutrients and oxygen
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1. What nickname is commonly used to describe mitochondria due to their role in energy production?
2. How does the presence and activity of enzymes in digestion impact the process?
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