Oxidative Phosphorylation Flashcards
1
Q
How much ATP is produced per mol of glucose in aerobic and anaerobic conditions?
A
aerobic = 36ATP; anaerobic 2ATP
2
Q
How is most ATP derived?
A
from the reoxidation of NADH to FADH2
3
Q
What is a cytochrome?
A
An iron containing protein.
4
Q
Why is the electron transport chain important for energy production?
A
Because it can release energy gradually.
5
Q
What is a good indicator of energy generation?
A
Number of mitochondria with lots of cristae is proportional to energy generation.
