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What is the main output of the oxidative phase of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
What is the main output of the oxidative phase of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of ribose-5-phosphate in the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of ribose-5-phosphate in the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
How many NADPH molecules are generated per molecule of glucose-6-phosphate in the oxidative phase?
How many NADPH molecules are generated per molecule of glucose-6-phosphate in the oxidative phase?
What primarily regulates the activity of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
What primarily regulates the activity of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
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In the non-oxidative phase of the PPP, ribulose-5-phosphate is primarily converted into what type of products?
In the non-oxidative phase of the PPP, ribulose-5-phosphate is primarily converted into what type of products?
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Which cellular process does NADPH NOT directly assist in?
Which cellular process does NADPH NOT directly assist in?
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What advantage does the flexibility of the non-oxidative phase of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway provide to the cell?
What advantage does the flexibility of the non-oxidative phase of the Pentose Phosphate Pathway provide to the cell?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Pentose Phosphate Pathway and oxidative stress?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Pentose Phosphate Pathway and oxidative stress?
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What is the primary role of PFK-1 in glycolysis?
What is the primary role of PFK-1 in glycolysis?
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Which of the following conditions would most likely inhibit PFK-1 activity?
Which of the following conditions would most likely inhibit PFK-1 activity?
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Which statement accurately describes the function of PFK-2?
Which statement accurately describes the function of PFK-2?
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What effect does insulin have on PFK-2 activity?
What effect does insulin have on PFK-2 activity?
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Under anaerobic conditions, what is the fate of pyruvate in animal cells?
Under anaerobic conditions, what is the fate of pyruvate in animal cells?
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Which of the following is a potential allosteric activator of PFK-1?
Which of the following is a potential allosteric activator of PFK-1?
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What regulates the balance between the activities of PFK-2's kinase and phosphatase?
What regulates the balance between the activities of PFK-2's kinase and phosphatase?
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Which metabolic process occurs after the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA in aerobic conditions?
Which metabolic process occurs after the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA in aerobic conditions?
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What distinguishes substrate-level phosphorylation from oxidative phosphorylation?
What distinguishes substrate-level phosphorylation from oxidative phosphorylation?
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Which substrate is primarily involved in ATP synthesis during the glycolysis process?
Which substrate is primarily involved in ATP synthesis during the glycolysis process?
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Why is substrate-level phosphorylation considered less efficient than oxidative phosphorylation?
Why is substrate-level phosphorylation considered less efficient than oxidative phosphorylation?
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Which complex in the electron transport chain does not pump protons?
Which complex in the electron transport chain does not pump protons?
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During which specific phase of glycolysis does substrate-level phosphorylation occur?
During which specific phase of glycolysis does substrate-level phosphorylation occur?
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What is the primary function of the electron transport chain?
What is the primary function of the electron transport chain?
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Which of the following statements about oxidative phosphorylation is true?
Which of the following statements about oxidative phosphorylation is true?
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What role do high-energy substrates play in substrate-level phosphorylation?
What role do high-energy substrates play in substrate-level phosphorylation?
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What is the primary role of alcohol dehydrogenase in organisms that undergo fermentation?
What is the primary role of alcohol dehydrogenase in organisms that undergo fermentation?
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Which statement about the Cori cycle is true?
Which statement about the Cori cycle is true?
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How does lactate contribute to the continuation of glycolysis during anaerobic conditions?
How does lactate contribute to the continuation of glycolysis during anaerobic conditions?
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What is the net production of ATP when lactate is converted back to glucose in the Cori cycle?
What is the net production of ATP when lactate is converted back to glucose in the Cori cycle?
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What is a significant consequence of lactate accumulation in the bloodstream?
What is a significant consequence of lactate accumulation in the bloodstream?
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Which pathway does pyruvate enter under aerobic conditions?
Which pathway does pyruvate enter under aerobic conditions?
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Which enzyme is responsible for converting lactate back to pyruvate in the liver?
Which enzyme is responsible for converting lactate back to pyruvate in the liver?
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During which process is pyruvate converted into ethanol?
During which process is pyruvate converted into ethanol?
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Study Notes
PFK-1 and PFK-2: Key Regulators of Glycolysis
- PFK-1 catalyzes the conversion of fructose-6-phosphate to fructose-1,6-bisphosphate, marking the rate-limiting step in glycolysis.
- PFK-1 is regulated by:
- ATP: High levels inhibit PFK-1.
- AMP: Low ATP levels (high AMP) activate PFK-1.
- Citrate: High citrate levels inhibit PFK-1, indicating sufficient energy.
- Fructose-2,6-bisphosphate: Produced by PFK-2, this substrate is a potent activator of PFK-1.
- PFK-2 is a bifunctional enzyme that regulates fructose-2,6-bisphosphate levels, influencing glycolysis activity.
- Regulation of PFK-2 involves:
- Insulin: Stimulates kinase activity, increasing fructose-2,6-bisphosphate production.
- Glucagon: Stimulates phosphatase activity, reducing fructose-2,6-bisphosphate and inhibiting PFK-1.
- Both enzymes are vital for energy homeostasis and glycolytic control.
Fate of Pyruvate
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Aerobic Conditions:
- Pyruvate converts to acetyl-CoA via the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, entering the citric acid cycle.
- In the citric acid cycle, acetyl-CoA produces ATP, NADH, FADH2, and CO2.
- Electrons from NADH and FADH2 are used in the electron transport chain for ATP generation through oxidative phosphorylation.
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Anaerobic Conditions:
- In animals, pyruvate is converted to lactate by lactate dehydrogenase, a process known as fermentation.
- In some plants and microorganisms, pyruvate is converted to ethanol and CO2 via alcohol dehydrogenase.
- The pathway choice (aerobic vs. anaerobic) depends on oxygen availability and organism-specific needs.
The Cori Cycle
- This metabolic pathway converts lactate from anaerobic glycolysis back into glucose in the liver, crucial for maintaining blood glucose levels.
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Key Steps:
- Lactate Production: Pyruvate converts to lactate in muscle cells to regenerate NAD+.
- Lactate Transport: Lactate enters the bloodstream and is transported to the liver.
- Lactate Conversion: Lactate is reconverted to pyruvate in the liver.
- Gluconeogenesis: Pyruvate undergoes gluconeogenesis to produce glucose.
- Glucose Release: Newly synthesized glucose is released into the bloodstream for muscle energy.
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Significance:
- Blood Glucose Maintenance: Supports glucose levels during exercise or glycogen depletion.
- Lactate Clearance: Prevents acidosis by removing lactate from circulation.
- Energy Recycling: Efficient use of lactate that would otherwise be wasted.
The Pentose Phosphate Pathway (PPP)
- Occurs in the cytoplasm, serves as an alternative to glycolysis, focusing on producing NADPH for various cellular processes.
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Key Features:
- Input: Glucose-6-phosphate.
- Output: NADPH, ribose-5-phosphate, and other sugars.
- Phases: Divided into oxidative and non-oxidative phases.
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Oxidative Phase:
- Involves oxidation of glucose-6-phosphate to 6-phosphogluconate, then to ribulose-5-phosphate.
- Produces 2 NADPH per glucose-6-phosphate molecule.
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Non-Oxidative Phase:
- Converts ribulose-5-phosphate into various sugars, adaptable to metabolic needs.
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Significance:
- Provides NADPH for reductive biosynthesis and protection against oxidative stress.
- Supplies ribose-5-phosphate for nucleotide synthesis.
Substrate-Level Phosphorylation
- Direct ATP synthesis occurs from a high-energy phosphate compound without electron transport involvement.
- High-energy substrates include:
- 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate in glycolysis.
- Succinyl-CoA in the citric acid cycle.
- Provides rapid ATP synthesis, though less efficient than oxidative phosphorylation.
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Examples:
- In glycolysis, ATP is produced during the conversion of 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate to 3-phosphoglycerate.
- In the citric acid cycle, ATP (or GTP) is generated during the conversion of succinyl-CoA to succinate.
Oxidative Phosphorylation
- Takes place in mitochondria, leveraging electron transfer from NADH and FADH2 to oxygen for ATP production.
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Key Steps:
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Electron Transport Chain: Involves a series of protein complexes:
- Complex I: Receives electrons from NADH, pumps protons into the intermembrane space.
- Complex II: Receives electrons from FADH2 without proton pumping.
- Complex III: Electrons from Complex I or II are utilized to pump protons.
- Complex IV: Transfers electrons to oxygen, yielding water as a byproduct.
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Electron Transport Chain: Involves a series of protein complexes:
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This quiz explores the roles and regulation of the key enzymes PFK-1 and PFK-2 in glycolysis. Gain insights into how these enzymes contribute to the metabolic pathway that converts glucose into ATP. Understand the importance of PFK-1 as the rate-limiting enzyme and its regulation mechanisms.