Where does glycolysis occur in plant cells?
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The question is asking where glycolysis occurs within plant cells, providing multiple-choice options to select from.
Answer
Cytoplasm
The final answer is cytoplasm.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is cytoplasm.
More Information
Glycolysis is the process of breaking down glucose into pyruvate, releasing energy. It occurs in the cytoplasm of both plant and animal cells.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the site of glycolysis with the mitochondria, where the citric acid cycle occurs.
Sources
- In which part of the plant cell does glycolysis take place? - BYJU'S - byjus.com
- Biochemistry, Glycolysis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Glycolysis | Cellular respiration | Biology (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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