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What happens to ATP when energy is needed in a cell?
What happens to ATP when energy is needed in a cell?
- ATP is broken down into ADP and a phosphate. (correct)
- ATP is synthesized from ADP.
- ATP is converted into glucose.
- ATP is stored for future energy use.
Which of the following molecules is produced when ATP is broken down?
Which of the following molecules is produced when ATP is broken down?
- ADP-Phosphate
- ATP-3P
- ADP (adenosine diphosphate) (correct)
- AMP (adenosine monophosphate)
Which component is released during the breakdown of ATP?
Which component is released during the breakdown of ATP?
- Glucose
- Phosphate (correct)
- Energy
- NADH
What is the primary role of ATP in a cell?
What is the primary role of ATP in a cell?
During the ATP-ADP cycle, what is the next step after ATP is converted into ADP?
During the ATP-ADP cycle, what is the next step after ATP is converted into ADP?
What is the primary product of glycolysis?
What is the primary product of glycolysis?
In which part of the cell does glycolysis occur?
In which part of the cell does glycolysis occur?
Which of the following statements is true about glycolysis?
Which of the following statements is true about glycolysis?
How many ATP molecules are produced during glycolysis?
How many ATP molecules are produced during glycolysis?
What is the main function of NADH produced in glycolysis?
What is the main function of NADH produced in glycolysis?
What molecule does each pyruvate convert into before entering the citric acid cycle?
What molecule does each pyruvate convert into before entering the citric acid cycle?
Which of the following statements about the citric acid cycle is true?
Which of the following statements about the citric acid cycle is true?
What is one of the products of the citric acid cycle?
What is one of the products of the citric acid cycle?
How many ATP molecules are produced during one cycle of the citric acid cycle from one pyruvate?
How many ATP molecules are produced during one cycle of the citric acid cycle from one pyruvate?
What gas is released as a byproduct of the citric acid cycle?
What gas is released as a byproduct of the citric acid cycle?
What is the total number of ATP produced from glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and the electron transport chain combined?
What is the total number of ATP produced from glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and the electron transport chain combined?
What role do NADH molecules play in cellular metabolism as illustrated in the process?
What role do NADH molecules play in cellular metabolism as illustrated in the process?
Where does the electron transport chain occur within the cell?
Where does the electron transport chain occur within the cell?
Which process occurs first in the energy production pathway before the citric acid cycle?
Which process occurs first in the energy production pathway before the citric acid cycle?
Which of the following statements regarding the ATP yield from glucose metabolism is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the ATP yield from glucose metabolism is correct?
What primary role does the electron transport chain play in cellular respiration?
What primary role does the electron transport chain play in cellular respiration?
Besides glucose, which molecule can be used in cellular respiration?
Besides glucose, which molecule can be used in cellular respiration?
Which process directly utilizes the electron transport chain?
Which process directly utilizes the electron transport chain?
Which of the following best describes the input for cellular respiration?
Which of the following best describes the input for cellular respiration?
What is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
What is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
Study Notes
ATP-ADP Cycle
- ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy currency of the cell.
- When energy is needed, ATP is hydrolyzed to ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and a free phosphate group.
Metabolism and Energy Reactions
- Cellular respiration provides energy by breaking down glucose through multiple stages: glycolysis, citric acid cycle, and electron transport chain.
- Electrons, transferred by NADH, play a crucial role in the energy production process.
- Oxygen is essential for the citric acid cycle and electron transport chain, contributing to efficient ATP generation.
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis converts one 6-carbon glucose molecule into two 3-carbon pyruvate molecules.
- This process occurs in the cytoplasm and is anaerobic, meaning it does not require oxygen.
- Glycolysis generates 2 ATP molecules and also produces NADH.
- Each pyruvate produced in glycolysis is subsequently converted into acetyl CoA to enter the citric acid cycle.
Citric Acid Cycle
- The citric acid cycle, also known as the Krebs cycle, requires oxygen and generates additional NADH along with 2 ATP.
- This cycle releases carbon dioxide as a byproduct of metabolic reactions.
Electron Transport Chain
- The electron transport chain is the final step in energy extraction from food, producing a significant amount of ATP (around 32 ATP).
- This process relies on the presence of oxygen to accept electrons and facilitate ATP production.
Alternative Molecules in Cellular Respiration
- Besides glucose, other organic molecules, such as fats and proteins, can also be metabolized for energy through cellular respiration.
- The breakdown pathways for these molecules can feed into glycolysis or the citric acid cycle, contributing to ATP production.
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Test your knowledge on the ATP-ADP cycle and how ATP is produced in cells. This quiz will cover key concepts regarding the breakdown of ATP into ADP and phosphate when energy is required by the cell.
