ATP-ADP Cycle

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What is the function of ATP in living things?

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Provides energy for cells.

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Which structures make up the ADP molecule?

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A, B, and C.

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

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The addition of a phosphate group.

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What does the 'TP' in ATP stand for?

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Tri (3) phosphates.

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What is the primary role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell.

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What happens to ATP when it releases energy?

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It is converted to ADP and a free phosphate group.

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How is ATP regenerated from ADP?

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By the addition of a phosphate group through cellular respiration.

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What is the chemical formula for ATP?

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C10H16N5O13P3.

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What role do enzymes play in the ATP-ADP cycle?

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Enzymes facilitate the conversion of ATP to ADP and vice versa.

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What is the significance of the phosphate bonds in ATP?

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They store potential energy that can be released for cellular work.