Energy-yielding phase

Definition

The energy-yielding phase is a stage in carbohydrate metabolism where cells break down glucose to produce ATP, which serves as the primary energy currency of the cell. This process mainly occurs during glycolysis and the citric acid cycle, efficiently converting nutrients into usable cellular energy.

Related terms

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate): A molecule that carries energy within cells, acting as a primary energy source for many cellular processes.

Glycolysis: The first step in the breakdown of glucose to extract energy for cellular metabolism, producing a net gain of ATP molecules.

Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs Cycle): A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetate derived from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into carbon dioxide