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What happens to pyruvate under anaerobic and aerobic conditions?
In humans, under ANAEROBIC conditions (no O2), pyruvate is 'converted' to lactate, though I wouldn't say it is "broken down".In humans, under AEROBIC conditions (O2 present), pyruvate is converted to Acetyl-CoA, via the pyruvate dehydrogenase reaction.In yeast, pyruvate is converted into ethanol (Party Fluid) via pyruvate decarboxylase and then alcohol dehydrogenase.
A pyruvate molecule is broken down into chemicals such as ethanol or lactate in a process called?
fermentation
What is alcohol converted to?
It is converted to acetaldehyde and then further broken down in the liver.
What is lactic acid broken down into?
Lactic acid is broken down into lactate by the enzyme lactate dehydrogenase in a process called lactic acid fermentation. This conversion helps to regenerate NAD+ so that glycolysis can continue in the absence of oxygen.
Chemical compounds that are converted to glycogen when broken down during digestion?
carbohydrates
When red blood cells are broken down where are the heme from the hemoglobin converted to?
oxygen
What is heme broken down to?
Heme is broken down into biliverdin, which is then converted into bilirubin by enzymes. Bilirubin is then excreted from the body through bile production and elimination in the feces.
Can lactate be synthesized from all three energy yielding nutrients?
Yes, lactate can be synthesized from all three energy-yielding nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. During intense exercise or low oxygen conditions, these nutrients can be broken down to produce lactate as a byproduct, which can then be used for energy by the body.
Can alcohol be broken down by chemical means?
It can be converted to water and carbon dioxide by setting it on fire. Ethanol can be broken down in the body by an enzyme called alcohol dehydrogenase.
How is whey protein converted to sugar in the body?
Whey protein is broken down into amino acids in the body, which are then converted into glucose through a process called gluconeogenesis.
What are the key differences in the metabolic pathways of glucose and pyruvate?
The key differences in the metabolic pathways of glucose and pyruvate are that glucose is broken down through glycolysis to produce pyruvate, which can then enter the citric acid cycle to produce energy in the form of ATP. Pyruvate, on the other hand, can be converted into acetyl-CoA before entering the citric acid cycle. Additionally, pyruvate can also be converted into lactate or ethanol through fermentation pathways.
What chemical is broken down by respiration?
The chemical broken down by respiration is glucose. During the process of respiration, glucose is converted into carbon dioxide, water, and energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) through a series of biochemical reactions.
