ATP
- The structure of ATP is
ATP -> ADP | ADP -> ATP | |
Reaction Type | Hydrolysis | Condensation |
Enzyme Involved | ATP hydrolase | ATP synthase |
Energy profile of reaction | Release Energy | Requires Energy |
- The hydrolysis of ATP can be coupled to energy-requiring reaction and used to phosphorylate compounds.
- The condensation of ADP to form ATP can occur during respiration and photosynthesis.