AP Biology: Unit 3 Review (CED)

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What process releases energy in glucose to form ATP, NADH, and pyruvate?

Back

Glycolysis is the process that breaks down glucose to produce ATP, NADH, and pyruvate.

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Where on an enzyme does the substrate bind?

Back

The substrate binds at the active site of the enzyme.

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In the electron transport chain of cellular respiration, where is the electrochemical gradient of protons generated?

Back

The electrochemical gradient of protons is generated in the intermembrane space.

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Which structure of a protein is unaffected by denaturation?

Back

The primary structure of a protein is unaffected by denaturation.

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What is the process of an endergonic reaction being fueled by an exergonic reaction called?

Back

This process is called energy coupling.

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What is the primary function of glycolysis in cellular respiration?

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The primary function of glycolysis is to convert glucose into pyruvate, producing ATP and NADH in the process.

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What is the role of the active site in enzyme function?

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The active site is the region on the enzyme where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

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What happens to the energy during an exergonic reaction?

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In an exergonic reaction, energy is released to the surroundings.

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What is the difference between an endergonic and an exergonic reaction?

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An endergonic reaction requires energy input, while an exergonic reaction releases energy.

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What is the significance of the electron transport chain in cellular respiration?

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The electron transport chain is crucial for producing ATP through oxidative phosphorylation.