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Which enzyme breaks down lactose in the intestinal mucosa?
Which enzyme breaks down lactose in the intestinal mucosa?
- Amylase
- Lactase (correct)
- Maltase
- Sucrase
What are the final monosaccharides formed after the breakdown of sucrose?
What are the final monosaccharides formed after the breakdown of sucrose?
- Galactose and fructose
- Fructose only
- Glucose and galactose
- Glucose and fructose (correct)
Where does glycolysis primarily occur in the cell?
Where does glycolysis primarily occur in the cell?
- Mitochondria
- Lysosome
- Cytosol (correct)
- Endoplasmic reticulum
Which molecule is generated from glycolysis that carries hydrogen to the respiratory chain?
Which molecule is generated from glycolysis that carries hydrogen to the respiratory chain?
In anaerobic glycolysis, what is the final product when pyruvate is converted?
In anaerobic glycolysis, what is the final product when pyruvate is converted?
Which tissues are involved in the formation of lactic acid as a result of carbohydrate metabolism?
Which tissues are involved in the formation of lactic acid as a result of carbohydrate metabolism?
Which stage of obtaining energy from food involves the conversion of large molecules like proteins into small compounds like amino acids and glucose?
Which stage of obtaining energy from food involves the conversion of large molecules like proteins into small compounds like amino acids and glucose?
In most cell types, is the rate of glucose transport across the cell membrane a limiting factor for glucose metabolism?
In most cell types, is the rate of glucose transport across the cell membrane a limiting factor for glucose metabolism?
Which tissue reflects blood glucose concentration and does not face limitations in glucose transport even at low blood sugar levels?
Which tissue reflects blood glucose concentration and does not face limitations in glucose transport even at low blood sugar levels?
Which type of transporter regulates the transport of glucose into a myocyte and is influenced by insulin?
Which type of transporter regulates the transport of glucose into a myocyte and is influenced by insulin?
At what stage does the breakdown of carbohydrates typically begin?
At what stage does the breakdown of carbohydrates typically begin?
Which stage involves the conversion of acetyl group of acetyl CoA to carbon dioxide and water through TCA cycle and respiratory chain?
Which stage involves the conversion of acetyl group of acetyl CoA to carbon dioxide and water through TCA cycle and respiratory chain?
What role does a-amylase play in breaking down polysaccharides?
What role does a-amylase play in breaking down polysaccharides?
Which enzyme secreted from the pancreas is very active in breaking down polysaccharides?
Which enzyme secreted from the pancreas is very active in breaking down polysaccharides?
What happens when the activity of a-amylase stops?
What happens when the activity of a-amylase stops?
Which enzyme plays a role in breaking down the a1 ® 4 bond in carbohydrates?
Which enzyme plays a role in breaking down the a1 ® 4 bond in carbohydrates?
What is the function of a-dextrinase in carbohydrate digestion?
What is the function of a-dextrinase in carbohydrate digestion?
Where are other hydrolytic enzymes secreted for the completion of carbohydrate digestion?
Where are other hydrolytic enzymes secreted for the completion of carbohydrate digestion?
Flashcards
Stage 1 of Energy Production
Stage 1 of Energy Production
Breaking down large food molecules (proteins and carbs) into smaller units (amino acids and glucose).
Stage 2 of Energy Production
Stage 2 of Energy Production
Converting small molecules into a central molecule called acetyl CoA.
Stage 3 of Energy Production
Stage 3 of Energy Production
Using the acetyl group from acetyl CoA to create CO2, water and a large amount of energy through the TCA cycle and electron transport.
Glucose Transport Rate
Glucose Transport Rate
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Intracellular Glucose
Intracellular Glucose
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Rate-limiting step (Glucose)
Rate-limiting step (Glucose)
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GLUT4
GLUT4
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Glycolysis
Glycolysis
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Aerobic Glycolysis
Aerobic Glycolysis
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Anaerobic Glycolysis
Anaerobic Glycolysis
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Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid
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Blood Lactate Level
Blood Lactate Level
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Carbohydrate Digestion
Carbohydrate Digestion
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Monosaccharides
Monosaccharides
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Glucose Metabolism
Glucose Metabolism
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Cellular Metabolism
Cellular Metabolism
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Location of Glycolysis Enzymes
Location of Glycolysis Enzymes
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Glycolysis Precursors
Glycolysis Precursors
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Study Notes
Stages of Obtaining Energy from Food
- There are three stages of obtaining energy from food:
- Stage 1: Converting large molecules (proteins and polysaccharides) into small compounds (amino acids and glucose)
- Stage 2: Converting small molecules into central simple compounds (mainly acetyl CoA)
- Stage 3: Converting acetyl group of acetyl CoA to carbon dioxide and water through TCA cycle and respiratory chain
Cellular Metabolism
- The rate of glucose transport across the cell membrane is not rate-limiting for glucose metabolism
- In most cell types, intracellular glucose concentration reflects blood glucose levels
- Erythrocyte is an example of a tissue in which glucose transport is not rate-limiting
Glucose Transport
- The glucose transport proteins (GLUT) have 12 transmembrane domains, but their properties differ from one tissue to another
- GLUT4 transports glucose into myocytes and is regulated by insulin
Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrate breakdown begins in the mouth
- Enzymes such as α-galactosidase and lactase break down lactose and sucrase breaks down sucrose in the intestinal mucosa
- Monosaccharides (glucose, galactose, and fructose) are formed from the breakdown of carbohydrates
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis is the principal metabolism route for glucose
- All enzymes involved in glycolysis are in the cytosol
- Glycolysis generates precursors for biosynthetic pathways in addition to providing ATP
- Glycolysis can be summarized as: C6H12O6 + 6H2O → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (heat-ATP-NADH)
Anaerobic and Aerobic Glycolysis
- In aerobic glycolysis, pyruvate enters the TCA cycle and is broken down to CO2 and H2O
- In anaerobic glycolysis, pyruvate is converted to lactate
- Anaerobic glycolysis occurs in cells without mitochondria
Lactate and Pyruvate
- Lactic acid is formed as a result of carbohydrate metabolism in tissues such as skeletal muscle, brain, RBC, renal medulla, and skin
- Blood lactate level depends on formation in these tissues and metabolism rates in the liver and kidney
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Test your knowledge on the Introduction to Metabolism and Glycolysis as outlined in the book by Assist.Prof. Hadi Karimkhani. The quiz covers topics such as the stages of obtaining energy from food, the conversion of molecules, and the role of acetyl CoA in energy production.
