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What percentage of inhaled oxygen is consumed during oxidative phosphorylation?
What percentage of inhaled oxygen is consumed during oxidative phosphorylation?
What is the approximate yield of ATP molecules per glucose molecule in oxidative phosphorylation?
What is the approximate yield of ATP molecules per glucose molecule in oxidative phosphorylation?
Which of the following is an example of a reactive oxygen species (ROS)?
Which of the following is an example of a reactive oxygen species (ROS)?
Where do non-ETC oxygen-consuming reactions primarily occur in the cell?
Where do non-ETC oxygen-consuming reactions primarily occur in the cell?
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Which metabolic process is an example of a non-ETC oxygen-consuming reaction?
Which metabolic process is an example of a non-ETC oxygen-consuming reaction?
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How can reactive oxygen species (ROS) negatively impact the body?
How can reactive oxygen species (ROS) negatively impact the body?
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How much ATP is produced from oxidative phosphorylation per glucose molecule?
How much ATP is produced from oxidative phosphorylation per glucose molecule?
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Which of the following can contribute to the formation of ROS in the body from external influences?
Which of the following can contribute to the formation of ROS in the body from external influences?
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What beneficial role do white blood cells play in relation to reactive oxygen species?
What beneficial role do white blood cells play in relation to reactive oxygen species?
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What is the primary role of oxygen in aerobic respiration?
What is the primary role of oxygen in aerobic respiration?
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What happens during fermentation in the absence of oxygen?
What happens during fermentation in the absence of oxygen?
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What is the total ATP yield from glycolysis?
What is the total ATP yield from glycolysis?
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Which statement is true regarding fermentation compared to aerobic respiration?
Which statement is true regarding fermentation compared to aerobic respiration?
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Which of the following statements is accurate about ATP production across cellular respiration phases?
Which of the following statements is accurate about ATP production across cellular respiration phases?
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What crucial role does NAD+ play in fermentation?
What crucial role does NAD+ play in fermentation?
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Which phase of cellular respiration produces the most ATP?
Which phase of cellular respiration produces the most ATP?
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What is the primary purpose of fermentation in anaerobic conditions?
What is the primary purpose of fermentation in anaerobic conditions?
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Which process is most essential for maintaining blood glucose levels during fasting?
Which process is most essential for maintaining blood glucose levels during fasting?
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What is a key step in the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
What is a key step in the Pentose Phosphate Pathway?
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Where does Beta-Oxidation of fatty acids primarily occur?
Where does Beta-Oxidation of fatty acids primarily occur?
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What type of fermentation is characterized by the production of ethanol and CO2?
What type of fermentation is characterized by the production of ethanol and CO2?
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Which statement regarding fermentation is true?
Which statement regarding fermentation is true?
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What is the main byproduct of lactic acid fermentation?
What is the main byproduct of lactic acid fermentation?
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What role does NADPH play in cellular metabolism?
What role does NADPH play in cellular metabolism?
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What is the primary role of NAD+ in metabolic processes?
What is the primary role of NAD+ in metabolic processes?
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During the conversion of NAD+ to NADH, what ion is accepted?
During the conversion of NAD+ to NADH, what ion is accepted?
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Which stage of cellular respiration produces most of the ATP?
Which stage of cellular respiration produces most of the ATP?
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What is produced as a waste product during the Citric Acid Cycle?
What is produced as a waste product during the Citric Acid Cycle?
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What distinguishes NADP+ from NAD+?
What distinguishes NADP+ from NAD+?
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What effect does the energy release during the Citric Acid Cycle have?
What effect does the energy release during the Citric Acid Cycle have?
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What happens to oxygen gas in the final stage of cellular respiration?
What happens to oxygen gas in the final stage of cellular respiration?
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What does the term 'oxidative phosphorylation' refer to?
What does the term 'oxidative phosphorylation' refer to?
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What is the primary function of ATP synthase in oxidative phosphorylation?
What is the primary function of ATP synthase in oxidative phosphorylation?
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During oxidative phosphorylation, where do protons flow to generate ATP?
During oxidative phosphorylation, where do protons flow to generate ATP?
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How many ATP are produced directly from one turn of the Krebs cycle?
How many ATP are produced directly from one turn of the Krebs cycle?
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What occurs to pyruvate before it enters the Krebs cycle?
What occurs to pyruvate before it enters the Krebs cycle?
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What is the main purpose of the proton gradient created by the electron transport chain?
What is the main purpose of the proton gradient created by the electron transport chain?
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For each glucose molecule metabolized, how many acetyl-CoA molecules are produced?
For each glucose molecule metabolized, how many acetyl-CoA molecules are produced?
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What type of reaction is primarily involved in the Krebs cycle after acetyl-CoA enters?
What type of reaction is primarily involved in the Krebs cycle after acetyl-CoA enters?
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What is the end product of the Krebs cycle in terms of energy carriers?
What is the end product of the Krebs cycle in terms of energy carriers?
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What is the primary role of riboflavin in cellular respiration?
What is the primary role of riboflavin in cellular respiration?
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Which metabolite is synthesized from acetyl-CoA in cholesterol metabolism?
Which metabolite is synthesized from acetyl-CoA in cholesterol metabolism?
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Which vitamin is a precursor for coenzyme A?
Which vitamin is a precursor for coenzyme A?
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Which pathway is nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) primarily involved in?
Which pathway is nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) primarily involved in?
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In what cellular location does cholesterol metabolism primarily occur?
In what cellular location does cholesterol metabolism primarily occur?
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Which of the following is true regarding the electron transport chain?
Which of the following is true regarding the electron transport chain?
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Which nutrient is essential for maintaining nitrogen balance in the body?
Which nutrient is essential for maintaining nitrogen balance in the body?
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What is the significance of acetyl-CoA in metabolism?
What is the significance of acetyl-CoA in metabolism?
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Study Notes
Metabolism Overview
- Metabolism is the sum of all chemical reactions in a living cell.
- It involves catabolism (breaking down molecules to release energy) and anabolism (building complex molecules).
- These reactions are catalyzed by enzymes.
- It is essential for health, growth, reproduction, and survival.
Metabolic Roadmap
- Metabolic pathways are series of interconnected biochemical reactions converting a substrate molecule into a final product.
- Pathways are categorized as anabolic or catabolic.
- Anabolic: Assembling small molecules into large ones, requiring energy.
- Catabolic: Breaking down large molecules into smaller ones, releasing energy.
Metabolism and Cell Structure
- Metabolism is tightly linked to cell structure
- Metabolic pathways are organized into compartments providing specific conditions.
- These reactions can be classified into catabolism (breaking down molecules) and anabolism (building complex molecules).
Important Compounds
- Adenosine phosphates (ATP, ADP, AMP): Key metabolic components involved in energy transfer in cells.
- AMP is a structural part of RNA.
- Flavin Adenine Dinucleotide (FAD): A coenzyme involved in numerous metabolic redox reactions.
- Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD): Important coenzyme in cellular reactions, often serving as an oxidizing agent.
Mitochondria
- Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell.
- They are primary sites for aerobic respiration.
- They perform the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and fatty acid oxidation generating ATP.
Other Cellular Structures
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Involved in detoxification and calcium storage, along with protein and steroid synthesis.
- Lysosomes and Peroxisomes: Degrade macromolecules and detoxify reactive oxygen species.
- Plasma Membrane: Transports molecules, including proteins and signaling molecules.
Important Carboxylate Ions in Metabolic Pathways
- Pyruvate (C3H3O3-): An end product of glycolysis, a crucial intersection of metabolic pathways.
- Oxaloacetate (C4H4O52-): A key intermediate in the citric acid cycle and gluconeogenesis.
- Citrate (C6H5O73-): The initial intermediate in the citric acid cycle.
- α-Ketoglutarate (C5H4O52-): Involved in the citric acid cycle and amino acid metabolism.
- Malate (C4H4O52-): An intermediate in the citric acid cycle.
- Succinate (C4H4O42-): A citric acid cycle intermediate involved in the electron transport chain.
- Fumarate (C4H2O42-): An intermediate in both the citric acid and urea cycles.
High-Energy Phosphate Compounds
- ATP (adenosine triphosphate) contains high-energy bonds between phosphates, acting as a significant energy carrier in the cell.
Four Stages of Biochemical Energy
- Stage 1 (Digestion): Breaking down complex nutrients (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) into smaller, usable components like simple sugars, fatty acids, and amino acids.
- Stage 2 (Acetyl Group Formation): Oxidizing the simple molecules to form Acetyl-CoA, a crucial starting material for the next stage.
- Stage 3 (Citric Acid Cycle): Oxidizing Acetyl-CoA to CO2 and producing high-energy electron carriers (NADH, FADH2) and some ATP.
- Stage 4 (Oxidative Phosphorylation): Transferring electrons from NADH and FADH2 through an electron transport chain to produce significantly more ATP from the electrochemical gradient.
Control of Citric Acid Cycle
- Several points in the citric acid cycle are regulated—the three key enzymes mentioned (citrate synthase, isocitrate dehydrogenase, and α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase) are also important points of control.
- ATP and NADH act as inhibitors while ADP and NAD+ act as activators.
Electron Transport Chain
- The electron transport chain (ETC) is the process of reoxidizing the high-energy electron carriers (NADH and FADH2) to produce ATP.
- The chain is located in the inner mitochondrial membrane.
- It involves a series of protein complexes that pump protons (H+) across the membrane.
- The resulting electrochemical gradient is used by ATP synthase to produce ATP.
Oxidative Phosphorylation
- Oxidative phosphorylation is the process of producing ATP through the electron transport chain via electrochemical gradient.
- ATP synthase generates ATP using the energy from hydrogen proton gradient.
Total ATP production from glucose breakdown
- 30-32 ATP molecules are produced per one glucose molecule in total aerobic respiration—these numbers vary slightly depending on different cellular conditions and efficiency.
Non-ETC Oxygen-Consuming Reactions
- Processes not directly involving the electron transport chain but crucial for cellular respiration, like fermentation, which allows glycolysis to proceed in the absence of oxygen.
Metabolic Pathways of Vitamins
- Many B vitamins are important for several metabolic pathways in cells, acting as cofactors or participants in critical enzymatic reactions.
Other Relevant Metabolic Processes
- Gluconeogenesis: Producing glucose from non-carbohydrate substrates when glucose levels are low.
- Pentose Phosphate Pathway (PPP): Producing NADPH and ribose-5-phosphate for biosynthetic processes.
- Urea Cycle (Ornithine Cycle): Removing ammonia from cells, a toxic byproduct, converting it into urea for excretion.
- Amino Acid Metabolism: Breaking down and synthesizing amino acids for protein synthesis and other cellular functions.
- Cholesterol Metabolism: Synthesizing and utilizing cholesterol for various cellular processes.
- Beta-Oxidation: Breaking down fatty acids to produce acetyl-CoA in the presence of oxygen, a significant energy source.
- Fermentation: Producing ATP in the absence of oxygen.
Important Note
- The exact numbers for ATP production might vary slightly depending on the specific conditions and pathways involved in a cell.
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of metabolism, including catabolism and anabolism, and how these processes are interconnected within biochemical pathways. Understand the roles of enzymes, cell structure, and essential compounds in maintaining metabolic functions vital for life. Test your knowledge of metabolic processes and their significance in living organisms.
