ATP Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of ATP?
A
- Ribose sugar
- Adenine
- 3 phosphate groups
2
Q
What is the structure of ADP?
A
- Ribose sugar
- Adenine
- 2 phosphate groups
3
Q
Show the condensation reaction of ATP & ADP
A
ADP + Pi = ATP
4
Q
Describe ATP condensation [2]
A
- catalysed by ATP synthase enzyme
- uses energy
5
Q
Give 2 examples of processes involving ATP condensation
A
respiration
photosynthesis
6
Q
Show the hydrolysis reaction of ATP & ADP
A
ATP = ADP + Pi
7
Q
Describe ATP hydrolysis [2]
A
- catalysed by ATP hydrolase enzyme
- energy released when bonds between phosphates broken
8
Q
Give 2 examples of processes involving ATP hydrolysis
A
active transport
protein synthyesis
9
Q
ATP can be stored. True or False?
A
false
10
Q
What is ATP a good source of?
A
immediate energy
