ATP Flashcards
1
Q
What is ATP?
A
ATP is a compound stored in the muscles
2
Q
What is the structure of ATP?
A
1 Adenine and 3 Phosphates
3
Q
What do the lines on A-P-P-P mean?
A
They represent chemical bonds where energy is stored
4
Q
What happens when ATP breaks down?
A
The final phosphate is broken off and energy is released from the bond.
5
Q
What does the broken off energy allow?
A
The energy broken off allows for muscular contraction.
6
Q
What’s the name of the compound when the last phosphate breaks off?
A
Adenosine diphosphate (ADP)
7
Q
How long does ATP last for?
A
Up to 6 seconds
