Atp Flashcards
1
Q
What does atp stand for
A
Adenosine triphosphate
2
Q
What is atp
A
A molecule that temporarily stored some energy that is released from the burning of sugars
3
Q
How does atp get used
A
The energy stored I. The bond holding the last phosphate to atp is released. Add and energy are formed
4
Q
What is the mitochondria
A
Small bacteria sized organelle in eukaryotic cells that produced energy in the form of ATP
5
Q
What does the mitochondria do for eukaryotic cells and what do eukaryotic cells do for it
A
The cell provides the mitochondria with nutrients and the mitochondria provides the cell with atp
6
Q
What are cristae
A
Fold in inner membrane structure
7
Q
5 steps of cellular respiration
A
Glycolysis Prep step Karen’s cycle Electron transport chain Chemiosmosis
