ATP Practice

Front

Which enzyme helps attach a phosphate onto ADP?

Back

ATPsynthase

Front

Where is the energy stored in ATP molecules?

Back

In the Phosphate bonds

Front

What results in the storage of energy in the ATP/ADP cycle?

Back

The addition of a phosphate group

Front

What is the name of the nitrogenous base that helps make up ATP?

Back

Adenine

Front

What is the function of ATP in living things?

Back

Provides energy for cells

Front

What does ATP stand for?

Back

Adenosine Triphosphate

Front

What are the three components of an ATP molecule?

Back

Adenine, Ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups

Front

What happens when ATP is converted to ADP?

Back

Energy is released for cellular processes.

Front

What is the role of ATP in muscle contraction?

Back

ATP provides the energy needed for muscle fibers to contract.

Front

How is ATP regenerated from ADP?

Back

By adding a phosphate group through phosphorylation.