Biology
Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134813448
Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
Question
Book Icon
Chapter 8, Problem 1FIB
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

The glucose is one of the monosaccharides that are consumed by animals for the generation of energy. The breakdown of glucose releases the cellular currency ATP (Adenosine triphosphate), which is utilized in cellular metabolic activities.

Blurred answer
Students have asked these similar questions
In glycolysis, _______ ATP are formed, and if sufficient oxygen is present, _______ ATP are formed.
Mitochondria are bounded by a double membrane. The inner filled space is called the matrix, which contains _____ that break down carbohydrate products, releasing _____ to be used for ATP production.
Cotransport systems of the internal epithelial cells include the _____ in the intestine facing membrane, the energy requiring _____ facing the blood, and the ________ allowing facilitated diffusuon of glucose out of the cell.

Chapter 8 Solutions

Biology

Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305112100
Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap ...
Biology
ISBN:9781285866932
Author:Lauralee Sherwood
Publisher:Cengage Learning