ATP Flashcards
1
Q
what proportion of energy is ATP compared to a glucose molecule
A
ATP has 1/32 the energy in a glucose molecule
2
Q
what stores does ATP use
A
thermal
kinetic
chemical
2
Q
why does ATP have such a small amount of energy
A
so it can be used in manageable bursts for cells
3
Q
where is ATP made and used
A
made in the cell, used in that cell immediately
4
Q
what transfers does ATP use
A
light and electrical
5
Q
name some things ATP is used for
A
metabolic reactions
movement
active transport
