metabolism n enzymes n homestasis (1 Viewer)

[angelxtearz]

ok im tryin to create a flow chart

is it homeostasis creates --> optimum conditions for enzymes --> metabolism?

well basically, homeostasis creates optimum conditions for enzymes (pH n Temp) n since enzymes dictate metabolism since they catalyse metabolic processes creating metabolic efficiency. Metabolism at an efficient rate is essential for the removal of toxic wastes and the circulation of nutrients.

 

[Michiru]

yep. that seems pretty right.

just to clarify...make sure you clearly define homeostasis as the maintainence of a relatively stable internal enviornment (or what the syllabus says). lots of past papers that i've done have ask for you to define it.


can i just ask, why are u using enzymes as your homeostasis flow chart? although you're not wrong, usually ppl use other exampes, such as changes in body temp, as an example of homeostasis

 

[angmor]

Actually one of the reasons there is homeostatis is to create a suitable enviroment for enyzmes to work in, ie enzymes have an optimum temperature range or else their rate of reaction slows or even denatures. A balance must be maintained and this is where homeostatis is vital to the body. Therefore it is perfectly viable to include enzymes and homeostatis in a flowchart together.