Entries by Daphne Hanson

The rate of oxidative phosphorylation needs to be regulated to meet the body’s needs and in response to changing conditions

The rate of oxidative phosphorylation needs to be regulated to meet the body’s needs and in response to changing conditions. 1) Describe how levels of NADH and ADP control rates of oxidative phosphorylation. Why is it important the levels of NADH and ADP are closely linked to rates of oxidative phosphorylation? 2) Explain how cells […]

Cellular compartment

Some enzymes are only found in one cellular compartment, but other enzymes are found in more than one place. One example is malate dehydrogenase, which is found in both the cytoplasm and the mitochondrial matrix. 1) Explain the role of mitochondrial malate dehydrogenase. What reaction does this enzyme catalyze? 2) Explain the role of the […]

Mutation affects

There are several mutant eye colors seen in Drosophila, one of which is purple. Homozygous wild red-eyed flies are pr+pr+ and flies with purple eyes are prpr. Another mutation affects the length of the wings: vestigial (vg) gives the wings a ‘scrunched up’ look. Homozygous normal-winged flies (wild type) are vg+vg+ and vestigial-winged flies are […]