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Cellular Energetics
ATP
Question | Answer |
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What is the source fo cel energy? | Organic Molecules + H2O + O2 --> Energy |
When is Energy released? | whenever Chemical Bonds are BROKEN |
Why do cells prefer Carbohydrates for energy? | most Abundant, EASY to use/Breakdown |
Where is Energy captured? | int the Phosphate Bonds |
How are PO4 attached? | Energy from Breakdown of Covalent Bonds in Glucose |
What are the Functions of ATP? | 1. Synthesis of Macro Molecules; 2. Active Transport; 3. Muscle Contraction; 4. Cell Division (mitosis meiosis) |
What are some examples of the synthesis of Macro Molecules? | Simple Sugars --> Polysaccharides; Amino Acids --> Polypeptides --> Proteins |