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Scientists estimate that Earth houses 8.7 million species. All of them use the same cellular fuel: ATP. ATP can be produced via two mechanisms.
Name and explain how these two mechanisms differ. Can an organism use both? Support your answer with examples.
Glycolysis is believed to be the first energy production mechanism on Earth. Provide at least two arguments supporting that theory.
Explain how ethanol biofuel is produced. Provide at least one argument in favor for and one against the use of biofuels.
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Running head: FROM FOOD TO FUEL
From Food to Fuel
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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is a necessary fuel responsible for transportation of
substances e.g. potassium between cell membranes. It also helps in the synthesis of a chemical
compound like cholesterol and used as a source of energy used for mechanical purposes. ATP is
produced through two mechanisms i.e. Oxidative Phosphorylation and Photophosphorylation
which provides cells with energy. Oxi...
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