5.2 Energy for Life Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between endergonic and exergonic reactions.
A
endergonic requires energy whereas exergonic releases energy.
2
Q
Describe the ATP-ADP cycle
A
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3
Q
Is a catabolic reaction exergonic or endergonic
A
Exergonic
4
Q
What is an anabolic reaction
A
where larger molecules are made out of smaller molecules
5
Q
what is a catabolic reaction
A
the breaking down of larger molecules into smaller ones
6
Q
which side of the ATP-ADP cycle is catabolic
A
the right side
7
Q
Give an examples of a anabolic reaction/endergonic reaction
A
dehydration synthesis
8
Q
Give an example of a catabolic/ exergonic reaction
A
hydrolysis
9
Q
What does an endergonic reaction graph look like
A
starts in the middle goes up and then goes down.
10
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