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What is a redox reaction?
What happens during oxidation?
A substance loses electrons.
What is reduction?
A substance gains electrons.
What is an oxidizing agent?
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What is a reducing agent?
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What does oxidative phosphorylation involve?
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What is the electron transport chain?
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What are the electron carrier molecules in cellular respiration?
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What is the final electron acceptor in cellular respiration?
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What is glycolysis?
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Where does ATP production primarily occur?
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What is aerobic respiration?
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What is anaerobic respiration?
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What is the process of fermentation?
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What forms ATP during oxidative phosphorylation?
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What is the overall chemical reaction for cellular respiration?
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What are the three stages of cellular respiration?
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How many ATP molecules are produced from the breakdown of 1 glucose molecule?
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Why does glycolysis occur in the cytoplasm?
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In which part of respiration is CO2 generated?
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What happens with pyruvate when oxygen is present?
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Study Notes
Redox Reactions
- Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons between reactants, critical for energy production.
- Oxidation refers to a substance losing electrons, while reduction involves a substance gaining electrons.
Agents in Redox Reactions
- An oxidizing agent gains electrons, increasing the charge of the substance it acts upon.
- A reducing agent donates electrons, resulting in a reduction of charge for the substance it interacts with.
Cellular Respiration Processes
- Oxidative phosphorylation combines oxidation and phosphorylation, primarily generating ATP from the energy of redox reactions.
- The electron transport chain facilitates energy transfer to produce ATP from ADP and inorganic phosphate (Pi).
- Key electron carriers include NADH and FADH2, which play vital roles in energy transfer.
Mitochondrial Structure
- Mitochondria, known as the powerhouse of the cell, contain cristae that increase surface area for energy production.
- The intermembrane space separates the inner mitochondrial membrane from the outer membrane, while the mitochondrial matrix is the fluid within the inner membrane.
Key Metabolic Pathways
- Glycolysis splits glucose into pyruvate, yielding a small amount of ATP.
- The citric acid cycle completes the breakdown of glucose, generating ATP, NADH, FADH2, and CO2 in a series of eight steps.
Respiration Types
- Aerobic respiration requires oxygen for the complete breakdown of organic molecules, producing significant ATP.
- Anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen, resulting in less energy yield and two main types of fermentation: alcohol and lactic acid.
ATP Generation
- Each NADH contributes approximately 2.5 ATP, while each FADH2 contributes about 1.5 ATP due to their different points of entry in the electron transport chain.
- The total ATP yield from the breakdown of one glucose molecule can range from 32 to 36 ATP, depending on cellular conditions.
Glycolysis and Other Reactions
- Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm, while conversion of pyruvate to acetyl CoA and the citric acid cycle happen in mitochondria.
- In glycolysis, glucose is transformed into pyruvate, generating ATP and NADH.
Fermentation and Efficiency
- Fermentation processes help regenerate NAD+ necessary for glycolysis to continue, despite not generating additional ATP.
- Compared to aerobic respiration, fermentation is less efficient, yielding fewer ATP due to incomplete glucose breakdown.
Cellular Energy Utilization
- During intense exercise, quick ATP sources diminish, leading to reliance on anaerobic processes.
- Once blood glucose is depleted, the body utilizes stored glycogen and eventually turns to fats and proteins for energy.
Metabolic Regulation
- Feedback inhibition prevents excessive ATP production when energy supplies are sufficient, maintaining cellular homeostasis.
- Precursor metabolites are crucial for synthesizing macromolecules and energizing cellular metabolism.
Glucose Regulation
- Converting glucose to pyruvate helps regulate blood glucose levels and prevent hypoglycemia.
- The degradation of glycogen also plays a role in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
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