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What substance is formed from pyruvate during lactic acid fermentation?
What substance is formed from pyruvate during lactic acid fermentation?
What is the role of NADH in lactic acid fermentation?
What is the role of NADH in lactic acid fermentation?
Why is NADH considered the limiting reagent in lactic acid fermentation?
Why is NADH considered the limiting reagent in lactic acid fermentation?
Which of the following is NOT a direct outcome of lactic acid fermentation?
Which of the following is NOT a direct outcome of lactic acid fermentation?
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In the context of fermentation, what is the overall purpose of converting NADH back to NAD+?
In the context of fermentation, what is the overall purpose of converting NADH back to NAD+?
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What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?
What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?
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During intense workouts, what physiological condition causes the burning sensation in muscles?
During intense workouts, what physiological condition causes the burning sensation in muscles?
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What are the byproducts of splitting water during the light dependent reactions?
What are the byproducts of splitting water during the light dependent reactions?
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What does NADP become after capturing hydrogen during the light reactions?
What does NADP become after capturing hydrogen during the light reactions?
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What would be the result of lactic acid fermentation in human cells?
What would be the result of lactic acid fermentation in human cells?
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Which type of fermentation occurs in yeast and bacteria, resulting in ethanol production?
Which type of fermentation occurs in yeast and bacteria, resulting in ethanol production?
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Which process uses ATP in the combination of CO2 with hydrogen and electrons?
Which process uses ATP in the combination of CO2 with hydrogen and electrons?
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What is produced from two G3P molecules?
What is produced from two G3P molecules?
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Which of the following is NOT an input for the light dependent reactions?
Which of the following is NOT an input for the light dependent reactions?
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What happens to ATP at the end of the light dependent reactions?
What happens to ATP at the end of the light dependent reactions?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as essential for maximum photosynthesis efficiency?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as essential for maximum photosynthesis efficiency?
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What is the primary purpose of the investment phase in glycolysis?
What is the primary purpose of the investment phase in glycolysis?
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How many ATP are produced in the payout phase of glycolysis?
How many ATP are produced in the payout phase of glycolysis?
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What occurs when pyruvate enters the mitochondria?
What occurs when pyruvate enters the mitochondria?
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What is the primary subject of the upcoming PBL mentioned?
What is the primary subject of the upcoming PBL mentioned?
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Which molecule is formed after NAD+ captures hydrogen and electrons during the Krebs cycle?
Which molecule is formed after NAD+ captures hydrogen and electrons during the Krebs cycle?
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Why is the average score highest on the third test according to the instructor?
Why is the average score highest on the third test according to the instructor?
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What is the total number of carbon dioxides released when one molecule of glucose is metabolized?
What is the total number of carbon dioxides released when one molecule of glucose is metabolized?
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How many ATP are produced per pyruvate during the breakdown of glucose?
How many ATP are produced per pyruvate during the breakdown of glucose?
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What should students aim for according to the instructor when preparing for the third test?
What should students aim for according to the instructor when preparing for the third test?
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During which week is the fourth exam scheduled?
During which week is the fourth exam scheduled?
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What is produced at the end of the Krebs cycle?
What is produced at the end of the Krebs cycle?
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What is the net gain of ATP from glycolysis after considering the investment phase?
What is the net gain of ATP from glycolysis after considering the investment phase?
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Which of the following best describes the instructor's attitude towards students’ performance on the third test?
Which of the following best describes the instructor's attitude towards students’ performance on the third test?
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What is the primary input molecule in the glycolysis process that yields the highest output of ATP?
What is the primary input molecule in the glycolysis process that yields the highest output of ATP?
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What does NAD+ become after it merges with released electrons and hydrogen during glycolysis?
What does NAD+ become after it merges with released electrons and hydrogen during glycolysis?
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How many molecules of ATP are required to initiate the glycolysis process, and how many are produced?
How many molecules of ATP are required to initiate the glycolysis process, and how many are produced?
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In the context of metabolism, what is pyruvate derived from?
In the context of metabolism, what is pyruvate derived from?
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What economic concept is used to describe the energy yield of glycolysis?
What economic concept is used to describe the energy yield of glycolysis?
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What is the significance of breaking carbon-carbon bonds in glucose?
What is the significance of breaking carbon-carbon bonds in glucose?
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Which statement accurately reflects the comparison between glucose and fat regarding energy yield?
Which statement accurately reflects the comparison between glucose and fat regarding energy yield?
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What role does glucose play in cellular respiration compared to other potential inputs?
What role does glucose play in cellular respiration compared to other potential inputs?
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Study Notes
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis is the first stage of cellular respiration, occurring in the cytoplasm.
- It involves breaking down glucose (C6H12O6) into two pyruvate molecules (C3).
- Two ATP molecules are invested in the initial stages (investment phase).
- Four ATP molecules are produced in the later stages (payout phase), resulting in a net gain of 2 ATP.
- During bond breaking, electrons and hydrogen ions (H+) are released.
- NAD+ accepts these released electrons and hydrogen ions, becoming NADH.
Krebs Cycle
- The Krebs Cycle (also known as the Citric Acid Cycle) takes place within the mitochondria.
- Pyruvate enters the mitochondria and releases one molecule of CO2 per pyruvate.
- The remaining portion of pyruvate binds with coenzyme A to form acetyl-CoA.
- Acetyl-CoA enters the Krebs Cycle, where it's further broken down, releasing more CO2.
- NAD+ and FAD accept electrons and hydrogen ions, becoming NADH and FADH2 respectively.
Electron Transport Chain
- The electron transport chain occurs within the inner membrane of the mitochondria.
- Electrons from NADH and FADH2 power the electron transport chain.
- The energy released from electron movement is used to pump protons (H+) across the membrane, creating a proton gradient.
- This gradient is used by ATP synthase to produce ATP.
Fermentation
- Fermentation occurs when oxygen is limited (anaerobic conditions).
- In lactic acid fermentation, pyruvate is converted to lactic acid, regenerating NAD+ from NADH.
- This process happens in human muscles during strenuous exercise.
- Alcoholic fermentation, common in bacteria and yeast, converts pyruvate to ethanol and CO2, also regenerating NAD+.
Photosynthesis
- Photosynthesis is a process used by plants and some bacteria to convert light energy into chemical energy (sugars).
- It occurs in chloroplasts and has two main stages: the light-dependent reactions and the light-independent reactions.
Light-Dependent Reactions
- The light-dependent reactions require light as an energy source.
- Water is split, releasing oxygen, electrons, and hydrogen ions (H+).
- Electron transport chains are involved, pumping hydrogen ions across membranes, creating a proton gradient.
- ATP is produced using this proton gradient, and NADP+ accepts electrons and protons, becoming NADPH.
Light-Independent Reactions (Calvin Cycle)
- The light-independent reactions do not require light directly.
- They use the ATP and NADPH generated in the light-dependent reactions to fix carbon dioxide.
- CO2 is combined with hydrogen ions and electrons from NADPH, using energy from ATP.
- This process results in the formation of G3P (glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate) molecules.
- Two G3P molecules combine to form glucose.
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Explore the stages of cellular respiration, focusing on glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain. Understand how glucose is broken down to produce ATP, releasing energy and CO2. This quiz will test your knowledge of these crucial biochemical processes.