Energy-Yielding Redox Reactions and Gibbs Free Energy

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Which statement best describes the analogy used to explain energy-yielding redox reactions?

  • An electron donor is likened to an object at the bottom of a hill, which can gain energy as it moves to a higher energy state.
  • An electron acceptor is likened to an object at the top of a hill, which can release energy as it moves to a lower energy state.
  • An electron at a low energy state is likened to an object at the bottom of a hill, which can gain energy as it moves to a higher energy state.
  • An electron at a high energy state is likened to an object at the top of a hill, which can release energy as it moves to a lower energy state. (correct)

What is the role of the electron acceptor in an energy-yielding redox reaction?

  • It donates electrons to the electron donor, facilitating the release of energy.
  • It prevents the electron donor from releasing energy.
  • It provides energy for the electron donor to release electrons.
  • It accepts electrons from the electron donor, facilitating the release of energy. (correct)

What condition must be met for a redox reaction to release energy that can be harnessed by organisms?

  • The $\Delta G$ of the electron donation must be negative, and the $\Delta G$ of the electron acceptance must be positive.
  • The overall $\Delta G$ of the electron donation and acceptance must be positive.
  • The overall $\Delta G$ of the electron donation and acceptance must be negative. (correct)
  • The $\Delta G$ of the electron donation must be positive, and the $\Delta G$ of the electron acceptance must be negative.

How can the total energy yield of a redox reaction be determined?

<p>By summing the $\Delta G$ values of the two half-reactions involved. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the example of aerobic respiration, which of the following statements is true?

<p>The carbon in organic matter (CH2O) is oxidized, and oxygen is reduced. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the net energy yield of aerobic respiration per mole of CH2O oxidized?

<p>-494 kJ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best summarizes the principle described in the text regarding energy yield in redox reactions?

<p>Energy can be yielded even if one half-reaction requires energy input, as long as the overall reaction is energetically favorable. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the principles described in the text?

<p>The principles are applicable to a variety of electron donors and acceptors beyond the familiar carbon and oxygen used in aerobic respiration. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of $\Delta G$ in redox reactions?

<p>The $\Delta G$ value determines both the direction of the reaction and the energy yield. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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