Biology
Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134813448
Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 32.1, Problem 1CSC
Summary Introduction

To determine:

Human metabolism functions only within a given range of temperature, is it true or false for all animals.

Introduction:

Metabolic process in human body includes both catabolic and anabolic process. It means the metabolic process involves both breaking down and buildup of substances. These processes are important for converting food into ATP. ATP is used by cell for carrying out all its functions.

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