8.3 energy coupling Flashcards

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1
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a cell does 3 main types of work

A

chemical
transport
mechanical

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chemical work

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pushing endergonic reactions

like synthesis of polymers from monomers and stuff

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3
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transport work

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pumping substances across a membrane

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4
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mechanical work

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movement

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5
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energy coupling

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using an exergonic reaction to drive endergonic reactions

like ATP

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