B-LS1-6 Organic Molecules Flashcard

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the metabolic process that breaks down glucose (sugar) into pyruvate, releasing energy in the form of ATP.

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What role does methionine play in plants?

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Methionine is an amino acid essential for protein synthesis and various metabolic functions in plants.

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What are the primary elements found in sugar molecules?

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The primary elements in sugar molecules are Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), and Oxygen (O).

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What happens if carbon is not present in sugar molecules?

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If carbon is not present, sugar molecules cannot form, which affects energy storage and transfer.

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How can carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen from sugar molecules form amino acids?

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They can form amino acids by combining with nitrogen (N) and sometimes sulfur (S) atoms.

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What is the significance of nitrogen and sulfur in plant metabolism?

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Nitrogen and sulfur are essential elements that plants cannot produce through photosynthesis and must absorb from the environment.

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Define photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the function of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biochemical reactions.

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Explain the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration.

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Photosynthesis converts light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose, while cellular respiration breaks down glucose to release energy for cellular activities.

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What are the products of glycolysis?

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The products of glycolysis are pyruvate, ATP, and NADH.