Biology 9-12: ATP Structure and Function

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What is the primary function of ATP in cells?

  • To store and release chemical energy (correct)
  • To transport proteins across cell membranes
  • To synthesize DNA
  • To regulate cell growth and division

What is the byproduct of ATP hydrolysis?

  • ATP and a free phosphate group
  • ADP and a free phosphate group (correct)
  • GTP and a free phosphate group
  • AMP and a free phosphate group

What is the energy-rich bond broken during ATP hydrolysis?

  • The bond between the second and third phosphate groups (correct)
  • The bond between ATP and ADP
  • The bond between adenine and ribose
  • The bond between ATP and AMP

What is the result of adding a phosphate group to ADP?

<p>Formation of ATP (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the molecule formed when ATP loses two phosphate groups?

<p>AMP (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the universal energy-carrier molecule found in all types of organisms?

<p>ATP (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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