Why do marathon runners "carbo load" (that is, eat a lot of pasta) before a big race?
A) They will feel full longer.
B) The bonds in carbohydrates have high potential energy.
C) The bonds in carbohydrates have low potential energy and can thus be broken down and readily consumed.
D) Through the process of anabolism, the athlete will break down the carbohydrates into smaller components, including ATP.
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Q1: When carbohydrates are oxidized, the C-H bonds
Q3: Which one of the following represents the
Q4: The approximate yield of ATP molecules from
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Q6: Are electrons lost or gained in reduction?
A)lost
B)gained
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Q9: The rate of cellular respiration is constant
Q10: Consulting Figure 7.3 if necessary, during which
Q11: The energy in organic molecules is released
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