Question

Why is glycolysis so important?

Answer 1

Glycolysis:

1. Glycolysis is the process of the catabolic breakdown of glucose in the presence of oxygen.
2. It occurs in the cell cytoplasm.
3. Glycolysis produces ATP molecules, which are energy-rich substances used to provide energy for performing any energy-requiring function.
4. There are two major steps where ATP molecules are produced in the process.
5. Conversion of 1,3-bisphosphoglycerate to 3-bisphosphoglycerate generates an ATP molecule during the phosphorylation process.
6. ATP is also generated during the conversion of phosphoenolpyruvate to pyruvate.
7. A total of two molecules of ATP are produced in glycolysis.
8. This is a very important process as most of the energy used by the cells comes from glucose.