Metabolism Vocabulary

noun a molecule involved in the metabolism of energy

• Acetyl-CoA is a crucial molecule in the citric acid cycle, where it is used to produce energy through oxidation.
• You need acetyl-CoA for your body to make energy from food.
• Gotta have that acetyl-CoA to keep your metabolism going.
• Acetyl-CoA is like the fuel that powers the engine of your cells.

noun a compound that is a key player in metabolism and is involved in the production of energy in cells

• Acetyl coenzyme A is a key molecule in the citric acid cycle, responsible for transferring acetyl groups in various metabolic pathways.
• You need acetyl coenzyme A to help break down fats and carbohydrates in your body.
• Acetyl coenzyme A is like the VIP of energy production in your cells.
• Think of acetyl coenzyme A as the little worker bee that helps keep your metabolism running smoothly.

noun a cell specialized for the storage of fat, found in connective tissue

• Adipocytes are specialized cells that store fat in the body.
• Those adipocytes are responsible for storing all the fat.
• I heard that too many adipocytes can make you look chubby.
• Her adipocytes seemed to expand every time she indulged in sweets.