Chapter 3 (Bioenergetics) - Powers Flashcards
This fluid portion of the cell contains the organelles of the cell.
cytoplasm
Endergonic reactions
require energy to be added
Exergonic reactions
release energy
Coupled reactions
liberation of energy in an exergonic reaction drives an endergonic reaction
What type of reaction is the breakdown of glucose?
exergonic
What type of reactions are oxidation-reduction reactions?
coupled
In cells, oxidation-reduction reactions often involve the transfer of what atom?
hydrogen (one electron)
What is the primary mechanism through which enzymes speed up reactions?
lowers activation energy required for the reaction
What are the primary factors affecting enzyme activity?
temperature, pH
What are the primary fuels for exercise?
carbohydrates and fat
Which enzyme breaks down ATP?
ATPase…not exactly rocket science
ATP is composed of what?
adenine, ribose, three linked phosphates
What are the three mechanisms for ATP production?
phosphocreatine, glycolysis, oxidative phosphorylation
Which mechanisms for ATP formation are anaerobic?
phosphocreatine and glycolysis
Which mechanisms for ATP production are aerobic?
oxidative phosphorylation