In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Phosphorylation 2. Definition of Phosphorylation 3. Physiological Importance 4. Control. Introduction to Phosphorylation: Certain organic phosphates, formed in the tissues out of anabolic chemical reaction, play a key role in the energy transactions of living organisms. The importance of organic phosphates in metabolism was first indicated by the studies of [...]
In this article we will discuss about the metabolism, body’s input and output of energy in organisms with the help of suitable diagram. Metabolism of Energy: There is a continual exchange of energy between a living organism and its environment as in accordance with the principles of thermodynamics applied to non-living physical and chemical systems. There is a fundamental difference [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Respiratory Quotient 2. Factors Affecting Respiratory Quotient 3. Value of Determining 4. Various Organs and Tissues. Definition of Respiratory Quotient: It is the ratio of the volume of CO2 produced by the volume of O2 consumed (i.e., CO2/O2) during a given time. It should be noted that R.Q. is simply [...]