Pl Membrane Metabolism Cell Respiration

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What happens to a substance that is reduced?

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It has gained an electron.

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What is the process that uses glucose and oxygen to make energy?

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Cellular respiration.

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What do catabolic reactions do?

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They break down complex molecules into simpler compounds.

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What is the hydrophilic part of the plasma membrane called?

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The head of the phospholipid.

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What does structure X represent in a plasma membrane diagram?

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A lipid.

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What is the primary function of the plasma membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is the role of proteins in the plasma membrane?

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They assist in transport and communication across the membrane.

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What is the difference between hydrophilic and hydrophobic molecules?

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Hydrophilic molecules are attracted to water, while hydrophobic molecules repel water.

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What is glycolysis?

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The process of breaking down glucose to produce energy.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular respiration?

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ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell.