ATP Molecule Flashcards
1
Q
What is the full name of ATP?
A
Adenosine triphosphate
2
Q
Which type of biomolecule is ATP?
A
nucleic acid
3
Q
Which type of biomolecule is ATP?
(Areas 1, 2, and 3)
A
Adenine
Ribose (A sugar)
Phosphate groups
4
Q
How does the ATP molecule release energy and what molecule does it become?
A
ATP releases energy when it loses a phosphate group and becomes ADP, functioning like a rechargeable energy currency in the body.
5
Q
What is the purpose of ATP? How does this molecule help to maintain homeostasis in organisms?
A
It is a very important source of energy for organisms. It helps maintain homeostasis by providing the necessary energy that regulates internal balance.
