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What is the ATP yield from the complete oxidation of 1 molecule of NADH in the electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation?
What is the ATP yield from the complete oxidation of 1 molecule of NADH in the electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation?
- 2 ATP
- 3 ATP (correct)
- 1 ATP
- 4 ATP
In the absence of oxygen, what is the final product of anaerobic glycolysis?
In the absence of oxygen, what is the final product of anaerobic glycolysis?
- ATP
- Pyruvate
- Acetyl CoA
- Lactate (correct)
What is the structure of glycogen?
What is the structure of glycogen?
- Homodisaccharide
- Short oligosaccharide
- Linear chain of glucose
- Highly branched homopolysaccharide (correct)
Where is the major site of glycogen storage in the body?
Where is the major site of glycogen storage in the body?
How is glycogenesis and glycogenolysis controlled in the body?
How is glycogenesis and glycogenolysis controlled in the body?
What is the energy source for the brain during low glycogen levels?
What is the energy source for the brain during low glycogen levels?
During which process does glycogenolysis occur?
During which process does glycogenolysis occur?
What enzyme is responsible for branching glycogen?
What enzyme is responsible for branching glycogen?
What is the net ATP yield from aerobic glycolysis, pyruvate dehydrogenase, and the TCA cycle from the complete oxidation of glucose?
What is the net ATP yield from aerobic glycolysis, pyruvate dehydrogenase, and the TCA cycle from the complete oxidation of glucose?
What type of bonds link the α-Dglucose units in glycogen?
What type of bonds link the α-Dglucose units in glycogen?