ATP Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three main components of ATP?
A
3 phosphate groups
A ribose
Adenine
2
Q
What does ATP stand for?
A
Adenosine triphosphate
3
Q
What does ADP stand for?
A
Adenosine diphosphate
4
Q
What does ribose and adenine form?
A
Adenosine
5
Q
What is the formula for ATP?
A
ATP + water ——> ADP + P (i) + energy
6
Q
What is ATP used for?
A
Immediate energy source that transfers energy from the site of respiration to the parts of the cell requiring energy
7
Q
What is ATP used in?
A
Active transport
Muscle contraction
Formation of large molecules e.g protein synthesis
