Ch12 Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
(DEFINE) What is an energy carrier?
A
A molecule that carries energy from one place to another. Can be low or high energy
2
Q
What does ADP stand for?
A
Adenosine Diphosphate
3
Q
Is ADP low or high energy carrier?
A
Low
4
Q
Describe the structure of ADP
A
Adenine + Ribose + 2Phosphates
5
Q
What process transforms ADP into ATP? Give its formula
A
Phosphorylation
(ADP + P -> ATP + H2O)
6
Q
What does ATP stand for?
A
Adenosine Triphosphate
7
Q
Describe the structure of ATP
A
Adenine + Ribose + 3Phosphates
8
Q
What is the advantage of ATP?
A
Releases energy in fixed, manageable quantities. Easily released and recycled
9
Q
What does NAD stand for
A
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
10
Q
What is the role of NAD?
A
Carries electrons and protons from one place to another
