Extra Info to Know Flashcards
1
Q
When would a cell function anaerobically?
A
- Red Blood Cells (no mitochondria)
- Strenuous Exercise (O2 supply slow)
2
Q
Cori Cycle
A
Muscle: Glucose –> Glycolysis –> 2 Pyruvate Acid –> 2 Lactic Acid ——>
Liver: Gluconeogenesis
REPEAT
3
Q
Gluconeogenesis
A
new glucose is made
4
Q
What are other energy sources?
A
Protein and Lipids
5
Q
Triglycerides (TG)
A
type of lipid, richest source of energy
6
Q
Whats the Triglycerides to ATP ratio?
A
1 TG = 463 ATP
7
Q
Lipolysis
A
catabolism of triglycerides
8
Q
Where do the catabolites of lipids and proteins enter in the Glucose Catabolism?
A
acetyl Co-A which feeds into citric acid cycle
