ATP Flashcards
1
Q
Why is ATP useful?
A
Because it releases energy in small amounts, it is broken down in single reaction so it releases energy rapidly, it can add phosphates to other molecules which makes them more reactive and it is as low easily resynthesised
2
Q
What is the equation for ATP?
A
ADP + Pi = ATP
3
Q
Is the creation of ATP a condensation or hydrolysis reaction?
A
Condensation
4
Q
What can hydrolysis of ATP to ADP + Pi do?
A
It can be coupled to energy requiring reactions within cells
5
Q
What happens when inorganic phosphate is released?
A
Can be used to add phosphate to other compounds which makes them more reactive
