BI110 : chapter 6.docx

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Electrons can exist only in discrete energy states. Electrons that gain energy move to a higher energy level that is farther away from the nucleus. Electrons that lose energy move closer to the nucleus. Electrons lose energy as they pass from donor to acceptor molecule. Usually protons accompany the electrons (reduction of nad+) Organisms obtain energy by oxidizing organic molecules produced by photosynthesis in a series reactions. Energy released during oxidations is captured in atp. C6h12o6 + 6o2 + 32adp + 32pi 6h2o + 6co2 + 32atp. The combustion of glucose releases energy as electrons are transferred to oxygen, reducing it to water, and the carbon in glucose is converted to carbon dioxide. The flame is used to provide the high activation energy (a) The oxidation (breakdown) of glucose occurs through a series of enzyme catalyzed reactions, each with a small activation energy (b)

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