In the Firefly, Light Is Emitted When

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the firefly, light is emitted when

• A) ATP combines with luciferin, forming luciferyl-AMP.
• B) released nitric oxide blocks the mitochondria's use of oxygen.
• C) the electron-excited product of O₂ and luciferyl-AMP returns to its ground state.
• D) luciferase is activated by oxygen.

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Definitions:

Yellow Bone Marrow

A type of bone marrow primarily made of fat cells, which serves as a store for fats and contributes to the body's energy reserves.

Blood-Forming Cells

Cells found primarily in the bone marrow that develop into red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Fat

A group of compounds that are insoluble in water and serve as the body’s most significant energy reserve, including triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols.

Appendicular Skeleton

The appendicular skeleton refers to the portion of the skeleton that includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs and the skeletal girdles that attach these limbs to the axial skeleton.