BIO 1300 Wayland Baptist University Biology chemical Energy Questions
question 1. Suppose a biofuel enthusiast was attempting to convince you that it would be possible to transfer 100% of the energy in corn into ethanol (chemical energy). What law would you cite to prove them otherwise? Explain that law and its significance in the metabolism of living organisms.
question 2. Imagine your friend recently purchased a bulb that only emits green light and decided to keep a house plant under it. To your friend’s surprise, the plant looks poorly after several days of just green light. Use your knowledge of photosynthesis and light to explain to your friend why their plant is not doing well in this green-lit growing environment. Also, indicate what your friend should do to restore the health of their plant.
question 3. The required activation energy is often problematic for our metabolic processes. Explain what is meant by activation energy, why it is a problem, and how we overcome this problem in our cells.
