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In the context of biochemistry, what is the goal of understanding energy conversions in living cells?
In the context of biochemistry, what is the goal of understanding energy conversions in living cells?
The goal is to understand, in quantitative and chemical terms, the means by which energy is extracted, channeled, and consumed in living cells.
What mechanisms have cells developed for coupling energy obtained from sunlight or fuels?
What mechanisms have cells developed for coupling energy obtained from sunlight or fuels?
Cells have developed highly efficient mechanisms for coupling the energy obtained from sunlight or fuels to the many energy-consuming processes they must carry out.
In what context can cellular energy conversions be considered, according to the text?
In what context can cellular energy conversions be considered, according to the text?
Cellular energy conversions can be considered in the context of the laws of thermodynamics.
