Mammalian Dive Response

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What does the prefix 'myo' in myoglobin mean?

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Muscle

Front

What is the primary goal of Cellular Respiration?

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To make ATP (energy)

Front

How many oxygen molecules can myoglobin attach?

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1

Front

How many oxygen molecules can hemoglobin attach?

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4

Front

Which of the following would NOT increase an air-breathing animal's ability to stay under water?

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Breathing water into their lungs

Front

What is the energy molecule in cells?

Back

ATP

Front

What is myoglobin?

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A protein in muscle cells that binds oxygen.

Front

What is hemoglobin?

Back

A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

Front

How does increased myoglobin in muscles benefit diving mammals?

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It allows for more oxygen storage in muscles.

Front

What role does ATP play in cellular processes?

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It provides energy for various cellular functions.