ATP Flashcards
1
Q
State all the three components of a typical ATP molecule.
A
- Adenine.
- ribose.
- phosphate
2
Q
what does ATP stand for?
A
Adenosine triphosphate.
3
Q
Explain how ATP is made.
A
ATP is made through a condensation reaction, between a molecule of ADP, and an inorganic phosphate group.
4
Q
what enzyme is used in the production of ATP?
A
ATP synthase.
5
Q
How does ATP synthesis occur in plants?
A
It occurs in the chloroplasts, during photosynthesis.
6
Q
How does ATP synthesis occur in animals?
A
It occurs in the mitochondria, during respiration.
7
Q
What are the two main roles of ATP?
A
- As a surce of energy, for faciliating energy requiring reactions.
- Usefull as a source of inorganic phosphate, which phospholyates other compounds in the cell, to make them more reactive.
8
Q
describe how ATP is broken down.
A
ATP will form ADP and a phosphate ion (Pi) + energy.
It does this by a hydrolisis reaction, meaning it requires water.
9
Q
which enzyme is being used when breaking down ATP?
A
ATP hydrolase.
