2. Cellular Respiration - Glycolysis Flashcards
1
Q
What is glycolysis?
A
The breakdown of glucose in to pyruvate
2
Q
Where does it happen?
A
in the cytoplasm
3
Q
What happens in the energy investment stage?
A
Intermediates are phosphorylated
4
Q
What happens in the energy pay off stage?
A
The direct generation of ATP (no ATP synthase)
5
Q
What do dehydrogenase enzymes do?
A
Remove hydrogen and associated high-energy electrons
