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What mechanism allows protons to flow through ATP synthase?

  • Electrochemical gradient (correct)
  • Passive diffusion
  • Active transport
  • Cotransport

What is the main byproduct of aerobic respiration during the electron transport chain?

  • Water (correct)
  • Glucose
  • ATP
  • Oxygen

How much total ATP can be produced per glucose molecule under ideal conditions in eukaryotic cells?

  • 24-26 ATP
  • 36-38 ATP (correct)
  • 40-42 ATP
  • 30-32 ATP

What is the primary purpose of cellular aerobic respiration?

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What role does barium hydroxide play in the experiment demonstrating CO₂ liberation?

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What is a characteristic of dehydrogenase enzymes in aerobic respiration?

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Where does glycolysis occur within the cell?

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What percentage of energy from glucose breakdown is typically captured as ATP?

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During pyruvate oxidation, what is produced for each pyruvate molecule?

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What does the term 'exergonic reaction' refer to in the context of aerobic respiration?

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What is the primary function of the electron transport chain in aerobic respiration?

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How many ATP molecules are produced during the citric acid cycle for each glucose molecule?

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What is the significance of heat produced during aerobic respiration?

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What role does oxygen play in the electron transport chain?

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What are the products of glycolysis?

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How is ATP synthesized during oxidative phosphorylation?

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What is the primary function of cellular aerobic respiration?

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In which location does the citric acid cycle occur?

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What molecule is primarily produced during pyruvate oxidation?

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What is formed as a direct result of the electron transport chain's processes?

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What is the net ATP yield from glycolysis?

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Which of the following stages requires oxygen to proceed?

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Which statement about ATP synthase is accurate?

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What is released as a byproduct during pyruvate oxidation?

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What role does the flow of protons through ATP synthase play in ATP production?

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Which of the following reactions takes place when CO₂ is bubbled through barium hydroxide?

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Which process leads to the formation of water as a byproduct in aerobic respiration?

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Dehydrogenases facilitate which type of reaction during aerobic respiration?

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What percentage of total energy from glucose breakdown is typically available as heat in aerobic respiration?

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How does ATP synthase produce ATP during oxidative phosphorylation?

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What is the result of aerobic respiration in terms of ATP yield from one glucose molecule?

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Flashcards

Glycolysis Location

Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

Glycolysis Product 1

Glycolysis produces 2 ATP (net) molecules.

Pyruvate Oxidation Location

Pyruvate oxidation happens in the mitochondrial matrix.

Pyruvate Oxidation Product 1

Pyruvate oxidation produces 2 NADH and 2 CO2 molecules.

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Citric Acid Cycle Location

The citric acid cycle happens in the mitochondrial matrix.

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Citric Acid Cycle Product 2

The citric acid cycle generates 6 NADH molecules.

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Electron Transport Chain Location

The electron transport chain occurs in the inner mitochondrial membrane.

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Electron Transport Chain (ETC) Product

ETC produces around 32-34 ATP molecules and water.

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ATP Synthase Function

ATP synthase is an enzyme that uses the flow of protons to produce ATP.

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ATP Production Principle

Protons flowing through ATP synthase spins the structure, which then adds a phosphate to ADP, creating ATP.

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Aerobic Respiration Byproduct

Water is a byproduct of the electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation during aerobic respiration.

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CO2 Detection in Respiration

Barium Hydroxide reacts with CO2 to form a white precipitate (Barium Carbonate), confirming its presence.

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Aerobic Respiration Heat

Some energy from glucose breakdown is lost as heat during ATP production - only a portion is captured as ATP.

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Dehydrogenase Activity

Dehydrogenases are enzymes catalyzing oxidation reactions by transferring hydrogen atoms from glucose to an electron acceptor, like NAD+.

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ATP Yield (approx)

Eukaryotic cells produce about 36-38 ATP molecules per glucose molecule under ideal conditions.

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Electron Transport

This process is involved in water production.

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Cellular Respiration

The process where cells convert the energy from food into usable energy (ATP) for cellular functions, requiring oxygen and occurring in mitochondria.

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Glycolysis

The first step in cellular respiration, where glucose is broken down into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP.

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Pyruvate Oxidation

The conversion of pyruvate into acetyl-CoA, releasing carbon dioxide, and producing NADH.

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Citric Acid Cycle

A series of reactions where acetyl-CoA is broken down further, producing ATP, NADH, and FADH2, and releasing carbon dioxide.

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Electron Transport Chain

A series of protein complexes that transfer electrons, releasing energy to pump protons and create a gradient, driving ATP synthesis.

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Proton Gradient

The difference in proton concentration across the mitochondrial membrane, storing potential energy like a dam holding back water.

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ATP Synthase

An enzyme that uses the energy of the proton gradient to produce ATP, like a turbine powered by flowing water.

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Oxidative Phosphorylation

The process of making ATP using the proton gradient established by the electron transport chain.

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Proton Flow in ATP Synthase

Protons flow through a channel in ATP synthase, similar to water flowing through a water wheel, driving a turbine-like structure to spin.

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ATP Production from Protons

The spinning of ATP synthase's turbine-like structure harnesses mechanical energy to add a phosphate group to ADP, creating ATP.

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Water Condensation in Respiration

Water is a byproduct of aerobic respiration, specifically during the electron transport chain, and can be observed as condensation on a cold surface.

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Heat Production in Respiration

Aerobic respiration releases energy during glucose breakdown, with only a portion captured as ATP, and the rest lost as heat.

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Dehydrogenase Function

Dehydrogenases are enzymes that catalyze oxidation reactions by transferring hydrogen atoms from glucose to electron acceptors like NAD+.

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What is ATP Synthase?

It is an enzyme that uses the flow of protons to create ATP, similar to a water wheel driving a generator.

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Approximate ATP Yield

Eukaryotic cells produce roughly 36-38 ATP molecules per glucose molecule under ideal conditions during aerobic respiration.

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Study Notes

Cellular Aerobic Respiration

  • Cellular aerobic respiration is a metabolic process where cells convert biochemical energy from nutrients (like glucose) into adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
  • This process requires oxygen and occurs in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells.
  • Aerobic respiration is essential for producing the majority of ATP needed for survival.

Stages of Aerobic Respiration

1. Glycolysis

  • Location: Cytoplasm of the cell.
  • Process: Glucose (a six-carbon molecule) is broken down into two pyruvate molecules (three carbons each).
  • Products: 2 ATP (net), 2 NADH, and 2 pyruvate molecules.
  • Oxygen Requirement: Anaerobic (does not require oxygen).
  • Key Points: Glycolysis is the first step in both aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

2. Pyruvate Oxidation

  • Location: Mitochondrial matrix (in eukaryotes).
  • Process: Each pyruvate is converted into acetyl-CoA, releasing one molecule of carbon dioxide per pyruvate.
  • Products: 2 CO₂, 2 NADH and 2 acetyl-CoA (one from each pyruvate).
  • Oxygen Requirement: Aerobic (requires oxygen).

3. Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle)

  • Location: Mitochondrial matrix.
  • Process: Acetyl-CoA combines with oxaloacetate to form citrate, which undergoes a series of reactions to produce energy-rich molecules.
  • Products: 2 ATP, 6 NADH, 2 FADH₂, and 4 CO₂ (for every glucose molecule).
  • Oxygen Requirement: Aerobic (requires oxygen).

4. Electron Transport Chain (ETC) and Oxidative Phosphorylation

  • Location: Inner mitochondrial membrane.
  • Process: Electrons from NADH and FADH₂ pass through protein complexes, releasing energy used to pump protons across the membrane. This creates a proton gradient that drives ATP synthesis.
  • Products: Around 32-34 ATP molecules and water (from oxygen accepting electrons and protons).
  • Oxygen Requirement: Requires oxygen as the final electron acceptor.

Proton Gradient and ATP Synthase

  • A proton gradient is created across the inner mitochondrial membrane.
  • Protons move back into the matrix through ATP synthase, a protein channel.
  • This movement provides the energy for ATP synthase to produce ATP.

Summary of ATP Yield

  • Approximately 36-38 ATP per glucose molecule under ideal conditions in eukaryotic cells.

Practical Part: Experiments

1. Water Condensation by Aerobic Respiration

  • Water is a byproduct of aerobic respiration, formed during the electron transport chain (ETC) and oxidative phosphorylation.
  • The presence of condensed water indicates water is liberated during aerobic respiration.

2. CO₂ Liberation by Aerobic Respiration

  • Barium hydroxide (Ba(OH)₂) is used to detect CO₂ release.
  • CO₂ reacts with Ba(OH)₂ to form a white precipitate (BaCO₃).
  • The presence of the white precipitate confirms CO₂ release.

3. Heat Produced by Aerobic Respiration

  • Heat is a byproduct of energy transformations during glucose breakdown and ATP formation.
  • Glucose breakdown is an exergonic reaction releasing energy, but only ~40% is captured as ATP.
  • The remaining energy is lost as heat.

4. Dehydrogenase Activity

  • Dehydrogenases are enzymes that catalyze oxidation reactions.
  • They transfer hydrogen atoms from glucose to an electron acceptor (NAD⁺).
  • Experiments involving methylene blue can demonstrate this activity.

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