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Which statement best describes the analogy used to explain energy-yielding redox reactions?
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?
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?
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?
How can the total energy yield of a redox reaction be determined?
In the example of aerobic respiration, which of the following statements is true?
In the example of aerobic respiration, which of the following statements is true?
What is the net energy yield of aerobic respiration per mole of CH2O oxidized?
What is the net energy yield of aerobic respiration per mole of CH2O oxidized?
Which statement best summarizes the principle described in the text regarding energy yield in redox reactions?
Which statement best summarizes the principle described in the text regarding energy yield in redox reactions?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the principles described in the text?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the principles described in the text?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of $\Delta G$ in redox reactions?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of $\Delta G$ in redox reactions?
