AP bio UNit 3

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What is ATP and its role in cellular processes?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biochemical reactions.

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What are the main stages of cellular respiration?

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The main stages of cellular respiration are Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, and Electron Transport Chain.

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What is glycolysis and where does it occur?

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Glycolysis is the process of breaking down glucose into pyruvate, occurring in the cytoplasm.

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What are the products of glycolysis?

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The net products of glycolysis are 2 NADH, 2 pyruvate, and 2 ATP.

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What is the Krebs Cycle and where does it take place?

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The Krebs Cycle, also known as the Citric Acid Cycle, takes place in the mitochondrial matrix and produces NADH, FADH2, and ATP.

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What is lactic acid fermentation and when does it occur?

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Lactic acid fermentation is an anaerobic process that occurs when oxygen is scarce, allowing ATP production in muscles.

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What are light-dependent reactions in photosynthesis?

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Light-dependent reactions convert light energy into chemical energy, producing ATP and NADPH.

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What is the role of NADPH in photosynthesis?

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NADPH is used as a reducing agent in the Calvin cycle to help convert carbon dioxide into glucose.

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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.

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What is beta oxidation?

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Beta oxidation is the metabolic process of breaking down fatty acids to generate acetyl-CoA for energy production.