ATP/ADP

Front

What are the parts of the ATP molecule?

Back

Adenine, ribose, phosphate groups.

Front

Which bond of the ATP molecule is broken in order to release energy?

Back

The bond between the second and third phosphate groups.

Front

What does the 'TP' in ATP stand for?

Back

Tri (3) phosphates.

Front

What type of macromolecule is ATP/ADP?

Back

Nucleic Acid.

Front

Which structures make up the ADP molecule?

Back

Adenine, ribose, and two phosphate groups.

Front

What is the primary function of ATP in cells?

Back

To provide energy for cellular processes.

Front

How is ADP converted back to ATP?

Back

By adding a phosphate group through phosphorylation.

Front

What role do phosphate groups play in ATP?

Back

They store and release energy when bonds are broken.

Front

What is the difference between ATP and ADP?

Back

ATP has three phosphate groups, while ADP has two.

Front

In what cellular process is ATP primarily used?

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Cellular respiration and metabolism.