Module 2 – case cell chemistry case assignment

Case Assignment

Now that you have learned the basics of energy conversion, enzymatic activity, and two important processes used by living organisms, you will focus on cellular respiration for this Case Assignment.

After viewing the videos on Cellular Respiration, answer the following questions in a 2- to 3-page paper:

1.    What is the starting molecule in glycolysis (i.e., what is being metabolized. Be specific)?

2.    Define these terms: substrate, enzyme, ATP, and describe why they are important in cellular respiration.

3.    What do these enzymes do, generally speaking? Would the reaction occur if they were not present? Why or why not?

4.    What are the byproducts of cellular respiration? Where do these byproducts end up (in the organism AND in the environment)?

Assignment Expectations

The Case Assignment is a written description of a problem or situation. Most cases are a “snapshot” of a particular situation within a complex environment.

The purpose of the Case Assignments in this course is to place the student in a position that will require research, synthesis of information, and critical thought. The student will be asked to distinguish pertinent facts from peripheral facts, identify central alternatives among several issues competing for attention, and formulate strategies and recommendations. This method provides an opportunity to sharpen problem-solving skills and to improve the ability to think and reason rigorously.

Your essay is considered a scholarly work. You will be provided with many scholarly references to begin each assignment. For any additional research you are required to do to complete your assignment, please use scholarly references such as a peer reviewed journal article or a government sponsored or university sponsored website. As you read through your sources, take notes from your sources and then write your paper in your own words, describing what you have learned from your research. Direct quotes should be limited and must be designated by quotation marks. Paraphrased ideas must give credit to the original author, for example (Murray, 2014). Direct copying from “homework help” websites will not receive credit.