Fig. 8.1 shows an electron micrograph of a mitochondrion in section. Name X and Y.
With reference to Fig. 8.2, explain why ATP is required at the beginning of glycolysis.
State what NAD does in glycolysis.
State the number of ATP molecules produced from one glucose molecule during glycolysis.
Name the two reaction types involved when pyruvate is converted to acetyl CoA in the link reaction.
Name the location in the mitochondrion where the link reaction occurs.
Describe the fate of the hydrogen released during the link reaction.
Explain why $\text{ATP}$ is considered the universal energy currency in organisms.