ATP Flashcards
1
Q
Why is it necessary to synthesise large amounts of ATP?
A
- ATP is unstable
- ATP cannot be stored
- Named process uses ATP
- ATP only releases a small amount of energy at a time
2
Q
How is ATP regenerated?
A
ADP + Pi
3
Q
Why is ATP suitable for biological processes?
A
- Energy released in small/manageable amounts
- Soluble
- Involves a single reaction
- Can be regenerated easily (PC)
- Immediate energy
