ATP & Energy Transfer Flashcards
General Chem & Biochem
1
Q
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
ATP
A
ATP stores energy in phosphate bonds
ATP -> releases energy for cellular work
2
Q
Redox Reactions (Oxidation-Reduction)
Oxidation
A
Loses electrons (LEO = Loss of Electrons is Oxidation)
3
Q
Redox Reactions (Oxidation-Reduction)
Reduction
A
Gains electrons (GER = Gain of Electrons is Reduction)