Bioenergetics and ATP Production
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What type of glycosidic bonds are found in the linear chains of glycogen?

  • α-(1,6) linkages
  • α-(1,4) linkages (correct)
  • β-(1,6) linkages
  • β-(1,4) linkages

Which of the following statements best describes the role of muscle glycogen?

  • It regulates blood glucose levels for the entire body.
  • It is primarily used to meet the energy needs of other tissues.
  • It is a long-term storage to maintain glucose levels in the bloodstream.
  • It serves as a quick, local resource of glucose for the muscle itself. (correct)

What is the immediate precursor molecule that is used to integrate glucose into glycogen during glycogenesis?

  • Glucose 1-phosphate
  • Ribose 5-phosphate
  • UDP-glucose (correct)
  • Glucose 6-phosphate

What molecule is released when glycogen is broken down?

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Besides glycogen, what are the other products obtained from glucose 6-phosphate in carbohydrate metabolism?

<p>Pyruvate and Ribose 5-phosphate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the oxidative reactions in the pentose phosphate pathway?

<p>To produce Ribose 5-Phosphate and NADPH (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary function of non-oxidative reactions within the pentose phosphate pathway?

<p>To produce ribose 5-phosphate for nucleotide synthesis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be derived from ribulose 5-phosphate?

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How many ATP molecules are generated from one molecule of NADH that enters the electron transport chain?

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What is the primary role of the malate-aspartate shuttle in cellular respiration?

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How many ATP molecules are produced by 1 mol of glucose under oxidative conditions, using the glycerol 3-phosphate shuttle?

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Which metabolic pathway directly converts glucose into pyruvate?

<p>Glycolysis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the primary means by which the body stores glucose for rapid mobilization?

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Which enzyme is a part of gluconeogenesis, and is used to convert pyruvate to phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP)?

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In the electron transport chain, FADH2 enters at which complex, contributing to ATP synthesis?

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How many ATP molecules are generated directly during the citric acid cycle for each molecule of glucose?

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Which of the following is a primary source of blood glucose when dietary intake is insufficient?

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What is the end product of the pentose phosphate pathway, which is critical for nucleotide synthesis?

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What is the primary function of bioenergetics?

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A metabolic reaction with a negative ΔG is described as:

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Which molecule is considered the primary energy currency of the cell?

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What is substrate-level phosphorylation?

<p>A process where ATP is directly synthesized by transfer of phosphoryl group from a high-energy compound. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these metabolic pathways is primarily involved in the synthesis of glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors?

<p>Gluconeogenesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During glycolysis, what are the primary products besides pyruvate?

<p>NADH and ATP (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of NADH and FADH2 in the electron transport chain?

<p>They donate electrons to the electron transport chain. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the citric acid cycle take place in the cell?

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Fermentation is a process used to regenerate what molecule in the absence of oxygen during glycolysis?

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What is the primary role of the electron transport chain?

<p>To oxidize NADH and FADH2, creating a proton gradient across the inner mitochondrial membrane. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process links glycolysis to the TCA cycle?

<p>The transport of pyruvate into the mitochondria and its irreversible conversion to acetyl-CoA. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a direct product of the pentose phosphate pathway?

<p>Ribose 5-phosphate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of oxygen in the electron transport chain?

<p>It acts as the final electron acceptor, forming water. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hydrogen ions being pumped to the outer membrane of the mitochondria during electron transport?

<p>To create an electrochemical gradient that powers ATP synthase. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall net production of ATP in glycolysis?

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Flashcards

Oxidative Phosphorylation

The process of generating ATP using the energy released from the movement of protons across a membrane.

Electron Transport Chain (ETC)

A series of protein complexes embedded in the inner mitochondrial membrane that transfer electrons and pump protons across the membrane.

NADH

The reduced form of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme that carries electrons in metabolic reactions.

FADH2

The reduced form of flavin adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme that carries electrons in metabolic reactions.

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Pyruvate Dehydrogenase (PDH)

The process of converting pyruvate to acetyl-CoA, a key intermediate in the Krebs cycle.

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Krebs Cycle (Citric Acid Cycle)

A series of reactions that occur in the mitochondrial matrix, oxidizing acetyl-CoA to generate ATP, NADH, and FADH2.

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Glycolysis

A series of reactions that convert glucose to pyruvate, generating a small amount of ATP and NADH.

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Pentose Phosphate Pathway

A pathway that converts glucose to ribose 5-phosphate and NADPH, a reducing agent important in biosynthesis and detoxification.

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Gluconeogenesis

A process that generates glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors like pyruvate, lactate, or amino acids.

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Glycogen

A branched polymer of glucose that serves as a storage form of glucose in animals.

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What is bioenergetics?

The study of energy transfer and utilization in biological systems.

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What is ΔG (Gibbs Free Energy)?

A measure of the energy difference between reactants and products. It indicates the spontaneity of a reaction.

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What is an exergonic reaction?

A reaction that releases energy into the surroundings. It's spontaneous and has a negative ΔG.

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What is an endergonic reaction?

A reaction that requires energy input from the surroundings. It's non-spontaneous and has a positive ΔG.

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What is ATP (Adenosine triphosphate)?

A molecule that stores and releases energy within cells.

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What is substrate-level phosphorylation?

The direct transfer of a phosphate group from a substrate molecule to ADP to form ATP.

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What is oxidative phosphorylation?

The process of generating ATP using the energy released from the electron transport chain.

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What is glycolysis?

The breakdown of glucose into pyruvate, generating ATP and NADH.

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What is gluconeogenesis?

The synthesis of glucose from non-carbohydrate precursors like pyruvate or lactate.

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What is the pentose phosphate pathway?

A metabolic pathway that produces NADPH and ribose 5-phosphate, which are essential for nucleotide synthesis.

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What is glycogenolysis?

The breakdown of glycogen (stored glucose) into glucose, releasing energy.

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What is glycogenesis?

The synthesis of glycogen from glucose, storing energy.

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What is the Citric Acid Cycle (TCA cycle)?

A series of metabolic reactions that oxidizes acetyl-CoA, generating ATP, NADH, and FADH2.

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What is the electron transport chain (ETC)?

A chain of protein complexes embedded in the mitochondrial membrane that uses electrons from NADH and FADH2 to generate a proton gradient, which drives ATP synthesis.

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What is oxidative phosphorylation?

The process of generating ATP using the energy released from the ETC and the proton gradient.

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What is Glycogen?

A branched-chain polysaccharide made of -D-glucose units. It is the primary storage form of glucose in animals.

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What are the linkages in the linear part of Glycogen?

The linear part of a glycogen molecule is formed by -(1,4) glycosidic linkages. This forms the backbone of the glycogen chain.

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What are the linkages in the branched part of Glycogen?

Branches in glycogen are formed by -(1,6) glycosidic linkages. These branches allow for a more compact structure.

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Where and why is Glycogen stored in skeletal muscle?

Glycogen is stored in skeletal muscle for its own energy needs and for rapid ATP production when necessary. It represents about 2% of the muscle's total weight.

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Where and why is Glycogen stored in the liver?

Glycogen is stored in the liver to maintain blood glucose levels for the whole body. It represents about 10% of the liver's total weight.

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How does Glycogen break down?

The process of glycogen breakdown involves sequential removal of Glucose 1-Phosphate units from the ends of glycogen chains. This process is catalyzed by glycogen phosphorylase.

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How is Glycogen synthesized?

The formation of glycogen requires the activation of Glucose 1-Phosphate to UDP-Glucose, which is then added to the growing glycogen chain.

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What are the primary products of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?

The Pentose Phosphate Pathway is an important metabolic route that produces NADPH, a reducing equivalent crucial for biosynthesis, and Ribose 5-Phosphate, a key component of nucleic acids.

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Study Notes

Bioenergetics

  • Bioenergetics is the transfer and utilization of energy in biological systems.
  • Bioenergetics predicts if a process is possible, while kinetics measures reaction rate.
  • Enzymes don't create reactions but accelerate them. Enzymes act on molecules, transforming them.
  • Energy differences (ΔG) indicate whether a reaction will occur spontaneously.
  • ΔG is negative for spontaneous reactions (exergonic), where energy is released.
  • ΔG is positive for nonspontaneous reactions (endergonic), needing energy input.

ATP Production

  • ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a high-energy molecule involved in many cellular processes.
  • ATP production occurs through substrate-level phosphorylation (transferring phosphate groups directly) and oxidative phosphorylation (electron transport chain).
  • Substrate-level phosphorylation occurs during certain enzymatic reactions like the conversion of phosphoenolpyruvate to pyruvate.
  • Oxidative phosphorylation involves the electron transport chain and ATP synthase complexes in mitochondria.
  • NADH and FADH2 are electron carriers for oxidative phosphorylation, resulting in ATP production.

Carbohydrate Metabolism

  • Glucose is the primary carbohydrate source.
  • Glycolysis breaks down glucose into pyruvate.
  • Glycogen is stored glucose, crucial for energy reserve in muscles and liver.
  • Glycogenesis is glycogen synthesis.
  • Glycogenolysis is glycogen breakdown.
  • Gluconeogenesis is the formation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources.
  • The pentose phosphate pathway produces NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate.
  • In the absence of oxygen, fermentation occurs, regenerating NAD+ from NADH.

TCA Cycle

  • The Citric Acid Cycle (CAC), also known as the Tricarboxylic Acid Cycle (TCA) Cycle or Krebs Cycle, is a vital metabolic pathway in mitochondria.
  • Pyruvate from Glycolysis enters the TCA cycle as Acetyl-CoA.
  • It's a key component in harvesting energy from carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids.
  • It produces ATP, NADH, and FADH2, crucial for oxidative phosphorylation.
  • The cycle regenerates its starting molecule, allowing continued energy extraction.

Oxidative Phosphorylation

  • Oxidative phosphorylation is a process that utilizes energy from NADH and FADH2 to produce ATP.
  • It occurs in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
  • The movement of hydrogen ions (H+) across the membrane via the electron transport chain provides the energy.
  • ATP synthase, an enzyme, utilizes this proton gradient to produce ATP.
  • This process is crucial for cellular energy production.

Pentose Phosphate Pathway

  • The Pentose Phosphate pathway is a metabolic pathway that produces NADPH (an important electron carrier) and ribose-5-phosphate.
  • The pathway has both oxidative and non-oxidative branches.
  • The oxidative reactions produce NADPH, while non-oxidative reactions create intermediates used in other metabolic processes.

Glycogen Metabolism

  • Glycogen is a stored form of glucose in animals.
  • Glycogen synthesis (glycogenesis) requires energy and the activation of glucose.
  • Glycogen breakdown (glycogenolysis) releases glucose for immediate use.

Hormonal Regulation of Glycolysis

  • Insulin and glucagon are hormones that regulate glycolysis.
  • Insulin stimulates glycolysis.
  • Glucagon inhibits glycolysis, preventing glucose loss.

Shuttles

  • Shuttles ensure that the energy from NADH in the cytoplasm can be utilized in the mitochondria.
  • The Malate-Aspartate shuttle and Glycerol 3-phosphate shuttle are crucial for transporting the electrons from NADH in the cytoplasm to the mitochondria for ATP generation.

Energy Gain from 1 Molecule of Glucose

  • One molecule of glucose can yield ATP through different metabolic pathways, including glycolysis, the TCA cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation.
  • The total number of ATP molecules produced varies depending on the shuttle used for transferring electrons.

Other Important Concepts

  • The importance of enzymes in metabolism is highlighted as catalysts, enabling metabolic processes to occur at physiological temperatures and within time constraints.

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Explore the principles of bioenergetics, including energy transfer and utilization in biological systems. This quiz covers concepts related to spontaneous and nonspontaneous reactions, as well as ATP production through substrate-level and oxidative phosphorylation. Test your understanding of these essential biological processes.

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