Metabolism Processes in Living Cells

Students will analyse the two types of metabolism: anabolism (e.g., photosynthesis, protein synthesis) and catabolism (e.g., respiration). This topic helps learners understand how cells build up and break down molecules to sustain life. It is a core area of the ECZ syllabus, linking to energy transfer, growth, and maintenance of organisms. Mastery of metabolism is essential for exam questions on cellular energy and prepares Zambian learners for advanced biological concepts in Form 4 and beyond.