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What happens to a cell that reaches equilibrium?
What happens to a cell that reaches equilibrium?
- It continues to carry out metabolic functions.
- It becomes more efficient at energy transfer.
- It enters a state of hibernation.
- It is considered dead. (correct)
Which process is NOT a transport mechanism used by cells?
Which process is NOT a transport mechanism used by cells?
- Facilitated transport
- Photosynthesis (correct)
- Active transport
- Diffusion
How does energy transfer relate to entropy in living organisms?
How does energy transfer relate to entropy in living organisms?
- Energy transfer decreases entropy in all cases.
- Energy transfer has no effect on entropy.
- Energy transfer increases entropy in their surroundings. (correct)
- Energy transfer creates order within the organism.
Which of the following best describes the role of products in a normal metabolic pathway?
Which of the following best describes the role of products in a normal metabolic pathway?
What signifies that a cell is NOT in equilibrium?
What signifies that a cell is NOT in equilibrium?
What molecule is formed when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?
What molecule is formed when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?
What is the primary role of ATP in the cell?
What is the primary role of ATP in the cell?
Which process converts ADP back into ATP?
Which process converts ADP back into ATP?
What type of reaction produces ATP?
What type of reaction produces ATP?
How does ADP become ATP during energy production?
How does ADP become ATP during energy production?
Which of the following correctly describes ATP?
Which of the following correctly describes ATP?
What happens to energy in the ecosystem according to the content?
What happens to energy in the ecosystem according to the content?
Which statement best describes the relationship between ATP and ADP?
Which statement best describes the relationship between ATP and ADP?
What is the primary function of photosynthesis?
What is the primary function of photosynthesis?
Which of the following are reactants in the process of photosynthesis?
Which of the following are reactants in the process of photosynthesis?
How is energy released from ATP for cellular work?
How is energy released from ATP for cellular work?
What are the main products of photosynthesis?
What are the main products of photosynthesis?
What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?
What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?
Which of the following accurately describes respiration?
Which of the following accurately describes respiration?
What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?
What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?
In what way are photosynthesis and cellular respiration complementary processes?
In what way are photosynthesis and cellular respiration complementary processes?
What is a primary function of the Calvin cycle in plants?
What is a primary function of the Calvin cycle in plants?
Which statement differentiates cellular respiration from breathing?
Which statement differentiates cellular respiration from breathing?
If oxygen is present after glycolysis, which two pathways follow?
If oxygen is present after glycolysis, which two pathways follow?
What occurs during lactic acid fermentation?
What occurs during lactic acid fermentation?
What is the main purpose of glycolysis?
What is the main purpose of glycolysis?
Which products are formed as by-products of alcoholic fermentation?
Which products are formed as by-products of alcoholic fermentation?
What are the two structural components of the mitochondrion?
What are the two structural components of the mitochondrion?
When does fermentation take place in cells?
When does fermentation take place in cells?
What is the primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
What is the primary role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?
Which of the following statements about the Calvin Cycle is true?
Which of the following statements about the Calvin Cycle is true?
What happens to the color of leaves in autumn?
What happens to the color of leaves in autumn?
Which molecule acts as the energy currency in cells during photosynthesis?
Which molecule acts as the energy currency in cells during photosynthesis?
What substance does photosynthesis consume to produce glucose and oxygen?
What substance does photosynthesis consume to produce glucose and oxygen?
What is the significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?
What is the significance of photosynthesis to life on Earth?
During the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis, which of the following products is NOT generated?
During the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis, which of the following products is NOT generated?
What is the overall chemical equation for photosynthesis?
What is the overall chemical equation for photosynthesis?
What is the primary location of cellular respiration in cells?
What is the primary location of cellular respiration in cells?
What are the products of cellular respiration?
What are the products of cellular respiration?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of ATP in cells?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of ATP in cells?
What components make up a molecule of ATP?
What components make up a molecule of ATP?
During the ATP-ADP cycle, what happens when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?
During the ATP-ADP cycle, what happens when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?
Which organisms primarily carry out photosynthesis?
Which organisms primarily carry out photosynthesis?
What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?
What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?
What is the main function of the mitochondria?
What is the main function of the mitochondria?
Flashcards
Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis
The process where plants and some other organisms use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose (sugar) and oxygen.
Cellular Respiration
Cellular Respiration
The process where cells break down glucose to release energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
Reactants
Reactants
The starting materials in a chemical reaction.
Products
Products
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Photosynthesis Reactants
Photosynthesis Reactants
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Photosynthesis Products
Photosynthesis Products
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ATP
ATP
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Cellular Respiration Products
Cellular Respiration Products
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Stomata
Stomata
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Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll
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Chloroplast
Chloroplast
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Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis
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Light-dependent Reactions
Light-dependent Reactions
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Calvin Cycle
Calvin Cycle
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Photosynthesis Equation
Photosynthesis Equation
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Thylakoids
Thylakoids
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Calvin Cycle
Calvin Cycle
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Cellular Respiration
Cellular Respiration
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Breathing
Breathing
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Glycolysis
Glycolysis
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Aerobic Respiration
Aerobic Respiration
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Fermentation
Fermentation
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Mitochondrion
Mitochondrion
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Lactic Acid Fermentation
Lactic Acid Fermentation
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Cellular Respiration Location
Cellular Respiration Location
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Respiration Equation
Respiration Equation
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Photosynthesis Location
Photosynthesis Location
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Photosynthesis vs. Respiration
Photosynthesis vs. Respiration
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ATP Structure
ATP Structure
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ATP Function
ATP Function
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ATP Cycle
ATP Cycle
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Cellular Respiration Reactants
Cellular Respiration Reactants
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ATP to ADP
ATP to ADP
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ADP to ATP
ADP to ATP
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ATP use
ATP use
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ATP production
ATP production
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ATP vs ADP
ATP vs ADP
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Exergonic Reactions
Exergonic Reactions
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Endergonic Reactions
Endergonic Reactions
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Energy Flow in Ecosystems
Energy Flow in Ecosystems
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Open Systems and Entropy
Open Systems and Entropy
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Equilibrium and Cells
Equilibrium and Cells
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Transport Mechanisms in Cells
Transport Mechanisms in Cells
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Cell Membrane Components
Cell Membrane Components
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Cell Membrane Function
Cell Membrane Function
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Study Notes
Cell Equilibrium
- Equilibrium is a state where there is no net change in the concentration of reactants and products within a cell.
- When a cell reaches equilibrium, it is no longer able to perform work or maintain its internal environment.
Cell Transport Mechanisms
- Passive transport does not require energy input from the cell, relying on concentration gradients. Examples include diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion.
- Active transport requires energy from the cell to move substances against their concentration gradient. Examples include protein pumps and endocytosis/exocytosis.
Energy Transfer and Entropy
- Energy transfer in living organisms involves the conversion of energy from one form to another, often with some energy lost as heat.
- Entropy is a measure of disorder or randomness within a system.
- Living organisms maintain a high level of order and decrease entropy by using energy to create and maintain complex structures.
Metabolic Pathways
- Metabolic pathways are series of interconnected chemical reactions that occur in cells.
- Products are the molecules produced at the end of a metabolic pathway. They can serve as reactants in other pathways or be used for cellular processes.
Non-Equilibrium State
- A cell not in equilibrium indicates that it is actively carrying out biological processes, such as growth, repair, and metabolism. These processes require energy and create an imbalance that favors the maintenance of life.
ATP and Its Role
- Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the primary energy currency of cells.
- ADP (adenosine diphosphate) is formed when a phosphate group is removed from ATP.
- The primary role of ATP in cells is to provide energy for various cellular processes.
- Cellular respiration is the process that converts ADP back into ATP.
ATP Production
- Exergonic reactions release energy and are the primary source of ATP production.
- ADP becomes ATP during energy production when a phosphate group is added to ADP through the process of phosphorylation.
Characteristics of ATP
- ATP is considered a high-energy molecule due to the instability of the phosphate bonds.
Energy in the Ecosystem
- Energy is continually flowing through ecosystems, from the sun to producers and consumers.
- Energy transformations result in some energy being lost as heat.
ATP and ADP Relationship
- ATP and ADP are intertwined in a cycle where ATP is used to provide energy and then converted back to ADP.
- This cycle represents a continual transfer of energy within the cell.
Photosynthesis
- The primary function of photosynthesis is to convert light energy from the sun into chemical energy in the form of glucose.
- Reactants of photosynthesis include carbon dioxide, water, and light energy.
ATP Energy Release
- Energy is released from ATP for cellular work through the hydrolysis of a phosphate bond, converting ATP into ADP.
Photosynthesis Products
- The primary products of photosynthesis are glucose (sugar) and oxygen.
Chlorophyll's Role
- Chlorophyll is a pigment found in the chloroplasts of plants, which absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.
Cellular Respiration
- Cellular respiration is a process that breaks down glucose to release energy, primarily as ATP.
- Oxygen produced during photosynthesis is used by organisms as a reactant in cellular respiration.
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
- Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are complementary processes, with the products of one serving as the reactants for the other.
Calvin Cycle
- The Calvin cycle is a series of reactions in photosynthesis that uses carbon dioxide and energy from the light-dependent reactions to produce glucose.
Cellular Respiration vs. Breathing
- Cellular respiration is a chemical process that occurs within cells, while breathing is a physical process involving the exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the body and the environment.
Pathways After Glycolysis
- If oxygen is present following glycolysis, the two pathways that follow are the Krebs cycle and electron transport chain.
Lactic Acid Fermentation
- Lactic acid fermentation occurs in the absence of oxygen. It converts pyruvate from glycolysis into lactic acid, generating a small amount of ATP.
Glycolysis
- The main purpose of glycolysis is to break down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP.
Products of Alcoholic Fermentation
- Ethanol (alcohol) and carbon dioxide are the byproducts of alcoholic fermentation.
Mitochondrion Components
- The two structural components of the mitochondrion are the outer membrane and the inner membrane, which forms folds called cristae.
Fermentation Timing
- Fermentation takes place in cells when oxygen is limited.
Chlorophyll's Primary Role
- Chlorophyll absorbs specific wavelengths of light, primarily red and blue, for photosynthesis.
Calvin Cycle Fact
- The Calvin cycle occurs in the stroma of chloroplasts.
Autumn Leaf Color
- Chlorophyll breaks down in autumn, revealing underlying pigments such as carotenoids and anthocyanins, which contribute to the vibrant fall colors.
Energy Currency in Photosynthesis
- ATP acts as the energy currency in cells during photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis Consumption
- Photosynthesis consumes carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose and oxygen.
Significance of Photosynthesis
- Photosynthesis is crucial for sustaining life on Earth by providing oxygen and food for all living organisms.
Light-Dependent Reactions
- During the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis, glucose is NOT generated. The products are ATP and NADPH.
Photosynthesis Equation
- The overall chemical equation for photosynthesis is:
- 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2*
Cellular Respiration Location
- The mitochondria is the primary location of cellular respiration in eukaryotic cells.
Cellular Respiration Products
- Cellular respiration produces carbon dioxide, water, and ATP.
ATP's Role in Cells
- ATP is essential for all cellular processes that require energy, including muscle contraction, protein synthesis, and active transport.
ATP Components
- ATP is composed of adenine, ribose, and three phosphate groups.
ATP-ADP Cycle
- When a phosphate group is removed from ATP during the ATP-ADP cycle, energy is released and ADP is formed.
Photosynthetic Organisms
- Primarily, plants, algae, and some bacteria carry out photosynthesis.
Cellular Respiration Equation
- The overall chemical equation for cellular respiration is:
- C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP*
Mitochondria Function
- Mitochondria are responsible for producing the majority of ATP through cellular respiration.
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