ATP Review Flashcard

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What are the parts of the ATP molecule?

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Adenine, ribose, phosphate groups.

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Which is considered to be a lower energy molecule?

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ADP (Adenosine diphosphate) is a lower energy molecule compared to ATP.

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Which structures make up the ADP molecule?

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ADP is made up of adenine, ribose, and two phosphate groups.

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Which organelle is abundant in muscles to provide energy?

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Mitochondria are abundant in muscle cells to provide energy.

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Which bond of the ATP model is broken to release energy?

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The bond between the second and third phosphate groups (Bond A) is broken to release energy.

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What is the primary function of ATP in cells?

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ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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How is ATP synthesized in the cell?

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ATP is synthesized through cellular respiration, primarily in the mitochondria, using glucose and oxygen.

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What role do phosphate groups play in ATP?

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Phosphate groups store and release energy when bonds are broken or formed.

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What is the difference between ATP and ADP?

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ATP has three phosphate groups, while ADP has two phosphate groups, making ATP a higher energy molecule.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.