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What is energy?
What is energy?
The capacity to do work.
What is energy transformation?
What is energy transformation?
The process of converting one form of energy into another
Which of the following processes are examples of energy transformation?
Which of the following processes are examples of energy transformation?
What are the three main types of energy conversions?
What are the three main types of energy conversions?
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What is the primary energy carrier in living cells?
What is the primary energy carrier in living cells?
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ATP stores chemical energy released from the break down of food molecules like glucose.
ATP stores chemical energy released from the break down of food molecules like glucose.
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What is the process that converts ADP to ATP?
What is the process that converts ADP to ATP?
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What is the name of the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of ADP to ATP?
What is the name of the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of ADP to ATP?
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What is the name of the process that breaks down ATP to ADP?
What is the name of the process that breaks down ATP to ADP?
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What is the name of the process that breaks down glucose to ATP?
What is the name of the process that breaks down glucose to ATP?
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Mitochondria are responsible for generating ATP through cellular respiration.
Mitochondria are responsible for generating ATP through cellular respiration.
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Mitochondria contain their own DNA and ribosomes.
Mitochondria contain their own DNA and ribosomes.
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Mitochondria are essential for energy production in eukaryotic cells.
Mitochondria are essential for energy production in eukaryotic cells.
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What are the four distinct stages of cellular respiration?
What are the four distinct stages of cellular respiration?
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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.
Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.
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The Krebs cycle is a series of chemical reactions that occurs in the mitochondria.
The Krebs cycle is a series of chemical reactions that occurs in the mitochondria.
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The electron transport chain is the final stage of aerobic respiration.
The electron transport chain is the final stage of aerobic respiration.
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What is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
What is the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?
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Fermentation is a type of anaerobic respiration.
Fermentation is a type of anaerobic respiration.
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What are the common microorganisms that carry out fermentation?
What are the common microorganisms that carry out fermentation?
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Fermentation is used in food production to create products such as yogurt, cheese, bread, and alcoholic beverages.
Fermentation is used in food production to create products such as yogurt, cheese, bread, and alcoholic beverages.
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What are the three main stages of fermentation?
What are the three main stages of fermentation?
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What are the two potential end products of fermentation that are discussed?
What are the two potential end products of fermentation that are discussed?
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What are the three main benefits discussed for photosynthesis?
What are the three main benefits discussed for photosynthesis?
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The light-dependent reactions require direct sunlight.
The light-dependent reactions require direct sunlight.
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Chloroplasts are the organelles that capture sunlight in plants.
Chloroplasts are the organelles that capture sunlight in plants.
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What is the role of chlorophyll in capturing sunlight?
What is the role of chlorophyll in capturing sunlight?
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Chlorophyll reflects green light, which is why plants appear green.
Chlorophyll reflects green light, which is why plants appear green.
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What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?
What are the two main stages of photosynthesis?
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What are the main products of the light-dependent reactions?
What are the main products of the light-dependent reactions?
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What is the main product of the light-independent reactions?
What is the main product of the light-independent reactions?
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Carbon fixation is the process of incorporating carbon dioxide from the atmosphere into organic molecules.
Carbon fixation is the process of incorporating carbon dioxide from the atmosphere into organic molecules.
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What is the name of the five-carbon sugar that combines with carbon dioxide during carbon fixation?
What is the name of the five-carbon sugar that combines with carbon dioxide during carbon fixation?
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Study Notes
Energy Transformation
- Energy is the capacity to do work.
- Energy transformation is the process of converting one form of energy into another. This is a fundamental principle underlying all life.
- Processes like cellular respiration, photosynthesis, and ATP creation/utilization exemplify energy transformation.
Learning Targets
- Define energy and energy transformation.
- Explain coupled reaction processes and describe the role of ATP in energy coupling and transfer.
- Explain the importance of chlorophyll and other pigments.
ATP: The Universal Energy Currency
- Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the primary energy carrier in living cells.
- ATP stores chemical energy released from the breakdown of food molecules, such as glucose.
ATP Structure
- ATP consists of an adenine base, a ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups.
- The phosphate groups are linked by high-energy phosphoanhydride bonds.
ATP-ADP Cycle
- ADP is converted to ATP by the enzyme ATP synthase by adding inorganic phosphate to ADP.
- ATP is broken down to ADP and inorganic phosphate by the same enzyme when the body uses the energy stored in its bonds. ADP is recycled to produce ATP again.
Mitochondria: The Powerhouses of the Cell
- Mitochondria are organelles responsible for generating ATP through cellular respiration.
- Mitochondria contain their own DNA and ribosomes, reflecting their evolutionary origins as symbiotic bacteria.
- They are essential for energy production in eukaryotic cells and play a vital role in maintaining life.
Cellular Respiration
- Cellular respiration is the process of breaking down glucose into ATP.
- It occurs in four distinct stages: glycolysis, pyruvate oxidation, the Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation.
- Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon Dioxide + Water + ATP.
Cellular Respiration in Plants
- Cells undergo aerobic respiration if oxygen is present.
- Cells undergo anaerobic respiration if oxygen is absent, which involves fermentation.
Aerobic Respiration
- Aerobic respiration requires a constant supply of oxygen.
- This process includes glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.
Anaerobic Respiration
- Anaerobic respiration occurs when oxygen is absent.
- Fermentation is a type of anaerobic respiration.
Aerobic Respiration: The Three Series
- Stages of aerobic respiration include Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle and Electron Transport Chain.
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis is the first stage of both aerobic and anaerobic respiration.
- It involves the breakdown of glucose into pyruvate.
- A small amount of ATP is produced during glycolysis.
- Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.
Glycolysis Process
- Glycolysis is a series of 10 reactions that break down glucose into two pyruvate molecules.
- Two ATP molecules are invested to start the process and four ATP molecules get generated. The net gain of ATP is two ATP.
The Kreb's Cycle
- The Kreb's cycle is a series of chemical reactions that occurs in the mitochondria of cells.
- It occurs in the mitochondrial matrix.
- The Kreb's cycle oxidizes pyruvate to generate ATP and electron carriers.
- Products of the Krebs cycle include ATP, NADH, FADH2, and CO2.
Kreb's Cycle Process
- Acetyl-CoA enters the cycle, combining with oxaloacetate to form citrate.
- Citrate gets oxidized through a series of reactions, releasing electrons and CO2.
- ATP is generated through substrate-level phosphorylation.
- Electron carriers such as NADH and FADH2 are produced.
Electron Transport Chain
- The electron transport chain is the final stage of aerobic respiration.
- It occurs in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
- Uses electrons from NADH and FADH2 to generate a proton gradient, driving ATP synthesis.
- Oxygen is the final electron acceptor, forming water.
Electron Transport Chain Process
- Electron carriers NADH and FADH2 deliver electrons to the electron transport chain.
- Electrons are passed from one protein complex to another, releasing energy.
- Energy released during electron transfer is used to pump protons across the inner mitochondrial membrane. creating a proton gradient.
- Protons flow back across the membrane through ATP synthase, driving the synthesis of ATP.
Fermentation
- Fermentation is a metabolic process that converts sugars into acids, gases, or alcohol.
- It's a type of anaerobic respiration that occurs in the absence of oxygen.
- Bacteria and yeast are common organisms that carry out fermentation.
- Fermentation is used in food production to create products such as yogurt, cheese, bread, and alcoholic beverages.
Fermentation Process
- Fermentation begins with glycolysis, breaking down glucose into pyruvate.
- Pyruvate gets converted into either lactic acid or ethanol and carbon dioxide, depending on the type of fermentation.
Anaerobic vs Aerobic Respiration
- Anaerobic respiration doesn't require oxygen; aerobic respiration does.
- Anaerobic respiration yields less ATP; aerobic respiration yields more.
- Waste products vary between the two types.
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: A Focus on Life's Processes
- Understanding energy transformation in living organisms is crucial for promoting sustainability.
- Studying natural processes helps design efficient energy systems and minimize environmental impact.
Photosynthesis
- Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.
- Photosynthesis is crucial for life on Earth, providing the foundation for most food chains.
- Water and carbon dioxide are used to create glucose (sugar) and oxygen as a byproduct.
- This stored energy is used for growth, reproduction, and other life processes.
Photosynthesis: Capturing Sunlight's Energy
- Plants harness light energy through chlorophyll, a green pigment.
- This captured light energy converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose (sugar).
- Glucose serves as fuel for the plant's growth and development.
Chloroplasts: The Solar Panels of the Plant Cell
- Chloroplasts capture sunlight to power photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.
- Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll, the green pigment that absorbs light energy, enabling plants to create their own food.
Photosynthesis: The Plant's Power Source
- Photosynthesis occurs in two stages: light-dependent and light-independent reactions.
- The light-independent reactions also known as the Calvin Cycle utilize the energy from the light-dependent reactions to produce glucose.
Light-Dependent Reactions
- Light absorption by chlorophyll in chloroplasts excites electrons.
- Excited electrons move through a series of proteins, releasing energy.
- Energy released during electron transport is used to create ATP and NADPH.
The Light Reaction Process
- Water molecules are split, releasing oxygen as a byproduct.
- Light energy excites electrons in chlorophyll, transferring them to the electron transport chain.
- The energy released from electron transport is used to generate ATP.
- Electrons from the electron transport chain are used to reduce NADP+ to NADPH.
Light-Independent Reactions (Calvin Cycle)
- These reactions do not require direct sunlight but use energy from ATP and NADPH produced during the light-dependent reactions.
- Carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is incorporated into organic molecules.
- Glucose, a simple sugar, is produced, serving as the primary energy source for plants.
The Calvin Cycle
- CO2 combines with RuBP, a five-carbon sugar, forming a six-carbon molecule that splits into two 3-carbon molecules.
- The 3-carbon molecules are reduced using NADPH and ATP to form G3P, a three-carbon sugar.
- Some G3P molecules are used to regenerate RuBP, while others are used to produce glucose.
The Importance of Photosynthesis
- Photosynthesis is the primary source of oxygen on Earth, which is essential for aerobic organisms.
- Photosynthesis forms the foundation of the food chain, providing the energy for all life on Earth.
- Photosynthesis plays a role in regulating the Earth's climate by absorbing carbon dioxide.
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This quiz explores the concepts of energy transformation, ATP structure, and the ATP-ADP cycle. You'll define key terms, explain the importance of energy coupling, and describe processes like cellular respiration and photosynthesis. Test your understanding of how energy is transferred and stored in living organisms.
