Creation of Energy in Cells Flashcards
1
Q
How is chemical energy created in cells?
A
Cellular respiration, which is how anything is alive, creates chemical energy.
2
Q
What is the formula for creating chemical energy?
A
36P + 36ADP plus chemicals below = 36 ATP energy
C6H12 + 602 turns into 6 CO2 + 6H20
3
Q
What is ATP?
A
ATP is a molecule that allows for quick and easy access to energy when needed by the cell’s organelles.