Questions and Answers
Energy is the capacity or power to do ______.
work
ATP is a molecule that carries ______ to places in the cell.
energy
The constant cycling of ATP and ADP + ______ occurs within a cell.
Pi
The synthesis of ATP from ADP and ______ requires energy.
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Marlene has over ______ years of teaching experience.
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Study Notes
Energy vs. ATP
- Energy is defined as the capacity to perform work, whereas ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is a molecule that transports energy within cells.
- ATP cycles between ATP and ADP (adenosine diphosphate) plus inorganic phosphate (Pi), facilitating energy transfer in cellular processes.
- Understanding the interconversion between ATP and ADP is important, but specific kilojoule measurements are not necessary; the key is recognizing it provides adequate energy for cellular tasks.
Marlene's Educational Background
- Graduated with a degree in Biodiversity and Ecology from Stellenbosch University, South Africa, in 2002.
- Completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in 2003.
- Accumulated over 10 years of experience teaching high school Biology in various South African schools.
- Returned to Stellenbosch University in 2014 to pursue an Honours degree in Biological Sciences.
- Over 16 years of teaching experience, including 3 years focused on IGCSE and A-level Biology.
- Passion for Biology drives her to make the subject more accessible and engaging for students.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the concepts of energy and ATP within biological systems. Understand the distinction between energy as a capacity for work and ATP as a molecule facilitating energy transfer in cells. Explore the cycling of ATP and ADP + Pi and the synthesis process involved.
