High energy molecules Flashcards
1
Q
What molecules are considered high energy?
A
ATP, FADH2, Acetyl-SCoA, and NADH
2
Q
What is the oxidized and reduced form of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide? (NADH/NADPH)
A
Oxidized: NAD+ or NADP+
Reduced: NADH or NADPH
3
Q
What is the oxidized and reduced form of flavin adenine dinucleotide? (FADH2)
A
Oxidized: FAD
Reduced: FADH2
4
Q
What role do vitamins play in energy production?
A
Vitamins act as coenzymes in metabolic pathways
5
Q
Why is ATP used as the energy currency in the cell?
A
Produces a medium amount of energy, stable at pH 7, requires an enzyme for hyrdolysis, easy bond to cleave, precursor for other high energy molecules, and is a universal energy that works in all cells
