Bioenergetics Quiz

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What is the relationship between free energy change (ΔG) and enthalpy change (ΔH) at constant temperature and entropy change (ΔS)?

ΔG = ΔH - TΔS (correct)

ΔG = ΔH + ΔS

ΔG = ΔH + TΔS

ΔG = ΔH / TΔS

Which of the following conditions indicates a spontaneous reaction?

ΔS is negative and ΔH is positive

ΔS is positive and ΔH is also positive

ΔS is zero and ΔH is zero

ΔS is positive and ΔH is negative (correct)

What occurs to the entropy (ΔS) as a chemical reaction approaches equilibrium?

ΔS decreases as equilibrium is reached

ΔS becomes negative at equilibrium

ΔS increases as equilibrium is reached (correct)

ΔS remains constant regardless of the reaction

What is the standard free energy change (ΔG°) at equilibrium?

ΔG° is equal to zero Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the relative electronegativities of elements?

P has a higher electronegativity than H Signup and view all the answers

Which reaction condition does not align with the principles of the second law of thermodynamics?

Heat energy can do work at constant pressure only Signup and view all the answers

In a reaction involving nucleophiles, what characteristic is most notable?

They have functional groups rich in electrons Signup and view all the answers

What does the First Law of Thermodynamics state about energy?

Energy can be changed from one form to another. Signup and view all the answers

What does the equation ΔG° = -RT ln K express about standard free energy change and equilibrium constant?

ΔG° is negatively correlated with K Signup and view all the answers

What does the equilibrium constant (Keq) indicate when it is greater than 1?

The reaction goes spontaneously to the right. Signup and view all the answers

In the equation ΔG = ΔH - TΔS, what does ΔG represent?

Usable energy available for work. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of a highly negative ΔH and a highly positive ΔS in a reaction?

The reaction is spontaneous and favorable. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the Second Law of Thermodynamics?

Physical changes generally lead to increased entropy. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the energy in a biological reaction when it is converted into work?

Energy is degraded into a random form and lost as entropy. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the change in enthalpy (ΔH) important in the context of thermodynamics?

It predicts the spontaneity of the reaction. Signup and view all the answers

What role do oxidation-reduction reactions play in bioenergetics?

They help in the flow of electrons that provides energy for organisms. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bioenergetics

The quantitative study of energy transductions in living cells and the physical-chemical nature underlying these processes
A branch of biochemistry concerned with transformation of energy and use of enzymes by living systems
Electron flow is essential for energy production in organisms

Autotrophs

Organisms that produce organic compounds from inorganic sources

Heterotrophs

Organisms that obtain energy by consuming organic compounds

Oxidation-Reduction Reactions

Reactions involving electron flow

Laws of Thermodynamics

First Law: Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.
- Enthalpy (H): The total energy of a system.
- Change in enthalpy (ΔH): The difference between the enthalpy of products and reactants.
  - Exothermic: ΔH is negative, heat is released.
  - Endothermic: ΔH is positive, heat is absorbed.
Second Law: The equilibrium constant (Keq) describes the directionality and spontaneity of a reaction.
- Gibbs Free Energy (ΔG): Determines the amount of energy released to reach equilibrium.
- Standard Free Energy Change (ΔG°): Calculated under standard conditions (pH 7, 298 K, 1 M concentration, 1 atm pressure).
 - Keq > 1: ΔG is negative, reaction proceeds spontaneously to the right (forward direction).
 - Keq < 1: ΔG is positive, reaction proceeds spontaneously to the left (reverse direction).
- Entropy (S): A measure of randomness and disorder within a system.
- Change in entropy (ΔS): Positive value indicates an increase in randomness, negative value indicates a decrease in randomness.
- Relationship between ΔG, ΔH, and ΔS: ΔG = ΔH - TΔS
 - Exergonic: ΔG is negative, energy is released.
 - Endergonic: ΔG is positive, energy is required.

Energy

Free Energy: Usable energy, can perform work at constant pressure and temperature.
Heat Energy: Useless energy, can only perform work under varying temperatures and constant pressure.

Nucleophiles

Functional groups rich in electrons that are capable of donating them.

Electrophiles

Electron-deficient functional groups that seek electrons.

Electronegativity

The tendency of an atom to attract electrons towards itself.
Increasing electronegativity: F > O > N > C = S > P = H

Cleavage of C-C and C-H Bonds

Common reactions in organic chemistry.

Equilibrium Constants and Standard Free-Energy Change

For a reaction: aA + bB <=> cC + dD
- Equilibrium Constant (Keq): Ratio of products to reactants at equilibrium.
- Standard Free-Energy Change (ΔG°): Directly related to Keq via the equation: ΔG° = -RTlnKeq

Standard Free-Energy Changes

Additive, allowing for calculation of overall ΔG for a series of reactions.

Equilibrium Constants

Multiplicative, making it possible to calculate Keq for complex reactions from known Keq values for individual steps.

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Test your knowledge on bioenergetics, the study of energy transformations in living organisms. This quiz covers key concepts including autotrophs, heterotrophs, oxidation-reduction reactions, and the laws of thermodynamics. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of how energy is utilized in biological systems.