Which of the following releases 7.3 kcal energy when terminal phosphate is lost?
Correct answer: C. ATP
- A. NADP
- B. ADP
- C. ATP
- D. FAD
Explanation
ATP has three phosphate groups. Energy is stored in the bonds joining the phosphate groups. The covalent bond holding the third phosphate group carries about 7,300 calories of energy.
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