An exergonic (spontaneous) reaction is a chemical reaction that __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: releases energy when proceeding in the forward direction

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A. gene A, sepal formation, whorl 1 B. gene B, petal formation, whorl 2 C. gene E petal formation, whorl 2 D. gene C stamen formation, whorl 3 E. gene B carpel formation, whorl 4

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In glycolysis, a major portion of the energy remains in the final product, which is called:

A. glucose B. citrate C. pyruvate D. glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate (G3P)

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Vitamin K is required for

A) proper kidney function. B) blood clotting. C) night vision. D) energy metabolism. E) collagen synthesis.

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