ATP Flashcards
1
Q
What does ATP stand for?
A
Adenosine Triphosphate.
2
Q
What is the structure of ATP?
A
Made of ribose, adenine and 3 phosphate groups.
3
Q
How is energy released through the hydrolysis of ATP?
A
The bonds between phosphate molecules are unstable and have a low activation energy so can be quickly and easily broken to release lots of energy, ADP and a phosphate molecule.
4
Q
What is hydrolysis of ATP catalysed by?
A
The enzyme ATP Hydrolase
5
Q
What can the inorganic phosphate be used for?
A
Can phosphorylate other compounds (make them more reactive).
6
Q
What is the condensation of ADP and Pi catalysed by and what does it form?
A
Catalysed by ATP Synthase. Produces ATP.
7
Q
When does the condensation of ADP and Pi occur?
A
During photosynthesis and respiration.
