Q: During aerobic cellular respiration, what is the correct overall chemical equation for the breakdown of glucose?

$\mathrm{C}_6\mathrm{H}_{12}\mathrm{O}_6 + 6\ \mathrm{O}_2 \rightarrow 6\ \mathrm{CO}_2 + 6\ \mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O} + \text{energy}$

Question 1

Which of the following statements best describes the main advantage of compartmentalization in eukaryotic cells?

Accepted Answer

It allows for the separation of incompatible chemical reactions, increasing the efficiency of cellular processes.

Question 2

A scientist discovers a unicellular organism with a nucleoid region, circular DNA, and ribosomes, but no membrane-bound organelles. Which type of cell is this organism most likely to be?

Accepted Answer

A prokaryotic cell

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (Smooth ER)?

Accepted Answer

Synthesizing proteins for export

Question 4

A mutation causes a cell to lack catalase in its peroxisomes. Which of the following would most likely result from this mutation?

Accepted Answer

Accumulation of hydrogen peroxide $\left( \mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O}_2 \right)$, leading to cellular damage

Question 5

Which of the following best explains why enzymes are essential for life?

Accepted Answer

They lower the activation energy $\left( E_a \right)$ required for biochemical reactions, allowing reactions to occur rapidly at body temperature.

Question 6

A patient with phenylketonuria (PKU) is unable to convert phenylalanine to tyrosine. Which enzyme is most likely defective in this patient?

Accepted Answer

Phenylalanine hydroxylase

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the role of ATP in cellular metabolism?

Accepted Answer

ATP transfers energy to cellular processes by donating a phosphate group during phosphorylation.

Question 8

During aerobic cellular respiration, what is the correct overall chemical equation for the breakdown of glucose?

Accepted Answer

$\mathrm{C}_6\mathrm{H}_{12}\mathrm{O}_6 + 6\ \mathrm{O}_2 ightarrow 6\ \mathrm{CO}_2 + 6\ \mathrm{H}_2\mathrm{O} + 	ext{energy}$

Question 9

Which of the following statements about redox reactions is correct?

Accepted Answer

Oxidation is the loss of electrons, while reduction is the gain of electrons.

Question 10

A cell is placed in an environment with a higher temperature and increased substrate concentration. What is the most likely effect on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction, assuming the enzyme is not denatured?

Accepted Answer

The reaction rate will increase due to more frequent collisions and higher kinetic energy.

Question 11

Which of the following best explains why oxygen is required for aerobic cellular respiration?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain, allowing ATP production to continue.

Question 12

Which of the following is a direct result of the light reactions of photosynthesis?

Accepted Answer

Production of ATP and NADPH

Question 13

A plant closes its stomata on a hot, dry day. What is the most immediate consequence for photosynthesis?

Accepted Answer

Reduced uptake of $\mathrm{CO}_2$ limits the Calvin cycle.

Question 14

Which of the following best describes the function of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in multicellular animals?

Accepted Answer

It helps cells know their correct position and links them together.

Question 15

During mitosis, which phase is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes along the center of the cell?

Accepted Answer

Metaphase

Question 16

Which of the following is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Accepted Answer

Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

Question 17

A researcher observes that a certain metabolic pathway is halted due to the accumulation of NADH and the absence of oxygen. Which process is most directly affected?

Accepted Answer

The electron transport chain

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the process of phosphorylation in cellular metabolism?

Accepted Answer

The addition of a phosphate group to a molecule, often transferring energy

Question 19

Which of the following is a real-world example of how enzyme specificity can impact human health?

Accepted Answer

A single defective enzyme in the phenylalanine metabolism pathway can cause phenylketonuria (PKU), leading to brain damage if untreated.

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