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What is metabolism?

All the chemical reactions occurring in a living organism

What is the role of ATP in metabolism?

To provide energy for metabolic reactions

What substance is formed when ATP loses a phosphate group?

ADP

What keeps the ATP cycle going?

A continuous supply of energy

What is the role of NAD in cellular activities?

To transfer electrons and protons during respiration

What is an electron?

A negatively charged subatomic particle

What is a proton?

A positively charged subatomic particle

What is aerobic respiration?

The release of energy from food using oxygen

What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?

Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon dioxide + Water + Energy

What is the difference between NAD+ and NADH?

NAD+ is the low energy form and NADH is the high energy form

What is the difference between NADP+ and NADPH?

NADP+ is the low energy form and NADPH is the high energy form

Why are energy carriers important in respiration and photosynthesis?

They transfer energy between different cellular reactions