Energy Flashcards
Example of potential energy
Concentration gradient
Example of kinetic energy
Sound
What is potential energy?
Stored energy
What is kinetic energy?
Energy of motion
What is a endergonic reaction?
Results in products with increased stored energy
What is exergonic?
Results in products with decreased stored energy
What is a degradation reaction?
Results in the formation of smaller molecules
What is a synthesis reaction?
Results in the joining of atoms
What type of macromolecules are enzymes?
Proteins
What is true about enzymes?
Enzymes determine which reactions will occur, enzymes are specific, and substrate binds to an enzyme at the active site
True or False? An enzyme must denature in order to properly function.
False
A goal of cellular respiration is the creation of ________.
ATP
True or False? Cellular respiration is a single reaction that occurs in the mitochondria.
False
What is a reactant in cellular respiration?
Glucose
True or False? Cellular respiration is the same as respiration.
False