ATP Flashcards
1
Q
what does ATP stand for
A
adenosine triphosphate
2
Q
what is the structure of ATP
A
adenine
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ribose - P-P-P
3
Q
what is the hydrolysis of ATP and what are the products used for
A
ATP–> ADP + Pi
ATP hydrolase
catalysed reaction
can be coupled to energy requiring reactions within cells to provide energy for active transport and protein synthesis
the inorganic phosphate can be used to phosphorylate other compunds making them more reactive
4
Q
what is the condensation of ATP
A
ADP + Pi –> ATP
catalysed by the enzyme ATP sythase
during respiration or photosynthesis
5
Q
what are the properties of ATP making it a suitable immediate source of energy
A
released in small manageable amounts
only one bond hydrolysed
