why is it important for the cell to convert glucose to glucose - 6 -phosphate?
2006-08-28 01:41:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
This is the first step in the Krebs citric acid cycle which ultimately stores energy as Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP. Without sugar metabolism, or the ability to convert fats, complex carbohydrates or proteins to this product, one cannot perform the oxidative phosphorylation needed for all bodily actions.
2006-08-28 02:05:43 · answer #1 · answered by Art 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the conversion to G6P happens as soon as it enters the cell...it does this for a couple of reasons..first it adds a phosphate to prevent it from leaving the cell via another symporter/antiporter so that it can be used in glycolysis..and besides, the first step in glycolysis requires the G6P so its very efficient
2006-08-28 01:52:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is a key step in it metabolism to proceed further in th process and produce NADPH and NADH which are precursors for producing engery in Krebs cycle.
2006-08-28 01:48:16 · answer #3 · answered by Eyedoc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sugar is important for every cell in our body. cells consume energy by consuming sugar, proteins, fats, and other chemicals.
sugar has also a part in cells carrying oxygen throughout the body..
2006-08-28 01:46:24 · answer #4 · answered by ritziyap 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
glucose (C6 H12 O6)
its nessasarry fo our body to give us energy
C6 H12 O6+O2==========>CO2+H2O(water)+Energy
2006-08-28 03:11:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is essential for brain function.
2006-08-28 01:46:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋