Curated OER
Metabolism; Energy and Life
A number of diagrams are presented. These illustrations are meant to represent certain levels of energy, the complexity of some reactions, and the production of substances that are essential to our body. Although the information...
Curated OER
Steroids and the Body
Students explore how steroids can harm the body physically and mentally.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Overview of Metabolic Reactions
Students discuss the role of polymers, monomers, and ATP in metabolism, and then describe the hormones that regulate anabolic and catabolic reactions.
USA Today
Kids, Steroids Don't Mix (Pdf)
This article warns against the dangers of steroid use and highlights the causes and harmful effects of abusing steroids in order to get bigger and stronger. Think about the reasons teens are drawn to steroids through discussion questions...
Other
Anabolic Androgenic Steroids: Effects on Performance
The Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine and Science defines anabolic steroids, their use, and their effects and health risks.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix: Types of Biochemical Reactions
[Free Registration/Login Required] Sort the biological reactions into one of two groups based on the type of biochemical reactions represented.