Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Critical Role

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the critical role that ATP plays in cellular metabolism?

• A)The covalent bond on the terminal phosphate of ATP is particularly strong,so it releases extra energy when hydrolyzed.
• B)It is one of the four building nucleotides required for DNA synthesis.
• C)ATP hydrolysis provides the energy used to power exergonic reactions in the cell.
• D)ATP serves as an energy shuttle in the cell,coupling exergonic and endergonic reactions.

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