Terminology Review

Catabolism

breaking down large molecules into smaller units to release ATP energy

Anabolism

smaller molecules building up into larger molecules, requiring ATP energy

Agonist

a substance/chemical that binds to the receptor and activates it, causing a response

Endogenous

agonist naturally produced by the body

Exogenous

medicinal agonist (a drug)

Antagonist

A substance/chemical that binds to a receptor and prevents (blocks) a response while preventing the binding of an agonist

Glycogenolysis

breaking down glycogen into glucose

Glycogenesis

glucose building up into glycogen

Lipolysis

breaking down lipids (fats) into glycerol and free fatty acids

Gluconeogenesis

the liver building up non-carb sources (fats and proteins) into glucose

Glycerol

a component of fat (lipids) used for long-term energy

Glycogen

a stored carb (glucose chains) used for quick energy

Glucose

also called blood sugar. it is a simple sugar and primary source of energy

Is energy produced by catabolism used for anabolic processes?

Yes

What are the 2 metabolic reactions?

Both

Can an agonist be endogenous or exogenous?

Yes