ATP is the cells ’ major energy-carrying molecule, and in order for a cell to survive, the cell must be able to regenerate ATP when ATP levels drop. Which one of the following statements accurately describes an aspect of ATP metabolism?
A.
ATP is more stable than ADP.
B.
ATP has more positively charged phosphate groups than ADP.
C.
Phosphate groups repel each other, which in ATP leads to strained bond formation.
D.
Heat from ATP hydrolysis is used to drive energy requiring processes.
E.
ATP is hydrolyzed directly in the cell.