Chapter 18, Problem 10P

Interpretation Introduction

To determine:

The role of ${\text{Mg}}^{2+}$ in glycolysis, and the consequences of ${\text{Mg}}^{2+}$ deficiency in the glycolysis reaction.

Introduction:

Glycolysis is a series of chemical reaction in the body which synthesizes energy in the form of ATP by breaking down Glucose molecules. Glycolysis is an extramitochondrial chemical reaction and takes place in the cytoplasm to produce energy in the form of ATP.