Bio I Glycolysis Formative Flashcard

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the metabolic process that converts glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP and NADH in the process.

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Where does glycolysis occur in the cell?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the overall equation for cellular respiration?

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Glucose + Oxygen = Water + Carbon Dioxide + ATP.

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Why is ATP considered the energy currency of the cell?

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ATP is considered the energy currency because it stores and provides energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the net gain of ATP from one molecule of glucose during glycolysis?

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The net gain of ATP from one molecule of glucose during glycolysis is 2 ATP.

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What are the three main stages of cellular respiration?

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The three main stages of cellular respiration are glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.

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What role does NADH play in cellular respiration?

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NADH carries electrons to the electron transport chain, where they are used to produce ATP.

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What is the significance of the phosphates in ATP?

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The three phosphates in ATP are high-energy bonds; breaking these bonds releases energy for cellular work.

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What is fermentation and when does it occur?

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Fermentation is an anaerobic process that occurs when oxygen is not available, allowing glycolysis to continue producing ATP.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and produces less ATP.