Cells, cellular transport and ATP

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the process by which molecules spread from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.

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What does ATP stand for?

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ATP stands for Adenosine Triphosphate.

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What does the 'TP' in ATP represent?

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The 'TP' in ATP represents tri (3) phosphates.

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What is the role of ATP in cells?

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ATP serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the ATP/ADP cycle?

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The ATP/ADP cycle is the process by which ATP is converted to ADP and back, releasing and storing energy.

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What happens during the addition of a phosphate group to ADP?

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The addition of a phosphate group to ADP converts it into ATP, storing energy.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane.

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What is an isotonic solution?

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An isotonic solution is one where the concentration of solutes is equal inside and outside the cell, resulting in no net movement of water.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, small cells that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a cell wall?

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A cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to some cells, such as plant and bacterial cells.