STUDY Guide - Cell Theory-> ATP

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What is the role of enzymes in chemical reactions?

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Enzymes catalyze reactions by decreasing activation energy.

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How many ATP molecules are produced during cellular respiration?

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36 ATP molecules are produced.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, which living things obtain and use by eating food.

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What happens to enzyme activity at high temperatures?

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Enzyme activity declines due to denaturation.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which all organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

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Define cellular respiration.

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is the significance of ATP in cells?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

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Denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to high temperature or pH changes, leading to a loss of activity.

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism refers to all the chemical reactions that occur within a living organism to maintain life.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.