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Where does the first stage of carbohydrate metabolism, glycolysis, take place?
Where does the first stage of carbohydrate metabolism, glycolysis, take place?
What is the byproduct of glycolysis that enters the citric acid cycle?
What is the byproduct of glycolysis that enters the citric acid cycle?
What is the primary function of insulin in carbohydrate metabolism?
What is the primary function of insulin in carbohydrate metabolism?
What is the energy currency generated through the process of chemiosmosis?
What is the energy currency generated through the process of chemiosmosis?
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What is the consequence of dysregulation of carbohydrate metabolism?
What is the consequence of dysregulation of carbohydrate metabolism?
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What is the primary location where ATP is generated through the electron transport chain?
What is the primary location where ATP is generated through the electron transport chain?
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What is the role of Acetyl-CoA in the citric acid cycle?
What is the role of Acetyl-CoA in the citric acid cycle?
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What is another name for the citric acid cycle?
What is another name for the citric acid cycle?
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What is the location of the citric acid cycle in cellular respiration?
What is the location of the citric acid cycle in cellular respiration?
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What is the net gain of ATP molecules from the citric acid cycle?
What is the net gain of ATP molecules from the citric acid cycle?
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What is the role of NADH and FADH2 in the electron transport chain?
What is the role of NADH and FADH2 in the electron transport chain?
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What is the consequence of the electrons from NADH and FADH2 in the electron transport chain?
What is the consequence of the electrons from NADH and FADH2 in the electron transport chain?
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What is the process by which cells generate energy from glucose?
What is the process by which cells generate energy from glucose?
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How many stages are involved in cellular respiration?
How many stages are involved in cellular respiration?
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Study Notes
Overview of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Carbohydrate metabolism is the process by which cells convert carbohydrates into energy
- Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which is then transported to cells and metabolized
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis is the first stage of carbohydrate metabolism, occurring in the cytoplasm
- Glucose is converted into pyruvate, producing 2 ATP and 2 NADH
- This process is anaerobic, meaning it does not require oxygen
Pyruvate Conversion
- Pyruvate is converted into one of three products:
- Acetyl-CoA (enters citric acid cycle)
- Lactate (in muscle cells, during high-intensity exercise)
- Alanine (in muscle cells, during high-intensity exercise)
Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle)
- Acetyl-CoA is converted into ATP, NADH, and FADH2
- This process occurs in the mitochondria and is aerobic, meaning it requires oxygen
Electron Transport Chain
- NADH and FADH2 are used to generate ATP through the electron transport chain
- This process occurs in the mitochondria and is aerobic, meaning it requires oxygen
- ATP is generated through the process of chemiosmosis
Regulation of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Insulin and glucagon are the primary hormones regulating carbohydrate metabolism
- Insulin promotes glucose uptake and storage
- Glucagon promotes glucose release and breakdown
Importance of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Carbohydrate metabolism is essential for energy production in cells
- Dysregulation of carbohydrate metabolism can lead to diseases such as diabetes and metabolic syndrome
Carbohydrate Metabolism Overview
- Carbohydrate metabolism is the process by which cells convert carbohydrates into energy.
- Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose, which is then transported to cells and metabolized.
Glycolysis Stage
- Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm and is the first stage of carbohydrate metabolism.
- Glucose is converted into pyruvate, producing 2 ATP and 2 NADH during glycolysis.
- Glycolysis is an anaerobic process, meaning it does not require oxygen.
Pyruvate Conversion
- Pyruvate is converted into one of three products: acetyl-CoA, lactate, or alanine.
- Acetyl-CoA enters the citric acid cycle, while lactate and alanine are produced in muscle cells during high-intensity exercise.
Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle)
- Acetyl-CoA is converted into ATP, NADH, and FADH2 in the mitochondria.
- The citric acid cycle is an aerobic process that requires oxygen.
Electron Transport Chain
- NADH and FADH2 are used to generate ATP through the electron transport chain in the mitochondria.
- ATP is generated through the process of chemiosmosis, which requires oxygen.
Regulation of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Insulin and glucagon are the primary hormones regulating carbohydrate metabolism.
- Insulin promotes glucose uptake and storage, while glucagon promotes glucose release and breakdown.
Importance of Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Carbohydrate metabolism is essential for energy production in cells.
- Dysregulation of carbohydrate metabolism can lead to diseases such as diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
Citric Acid Cycle
- Acetyl-CoA is a central molecule in the citric acid cycle, formed from the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
- Acetyl-CoA links glycolysis and the citric acid cycle as a key intermediate
Krebs Cycle (Citric Acid Cycle)
- Also known as the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle or citric acid cycle
- A series of chemical reactions occurring in the mitochondria
- The citric acid cycle is a critical step in cellular respiration, generating energy for the cell
- The cycle is cyclical, with the final product being the starting material
Cellular Respiration
- Generates energy for cells from glucose
- Involves three stages: glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation
- The citric acid cycle is the second stage of cellular respiration, occurring in the mitochondria
ATP Production
- The citric acid cycle produces ATP, NADH, and FADH2
- ATP is generated through substrate phosphorylation
- Net gain of 2 ATP molecules is produced
Electron Carriers
- NADH (Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) and FADH2 (Flavin adenine dinucleotide) are electron carriers
- Produced in the citric acid cycle and play a crucial role in the electron transport chain
- Donate electrons to the electron transport chain, generating ATP through oxidative phosphorylation
- Electrons from NADH and FADH2 pump protons across the mitochondrial membrane, generating a proton gradient that drives ATP synthesis
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Learn about the process of carbohydrate metabolism, including glycolysis and pyruvate conversion. Understand how cells convert carbohydrates into energy.
