Which of the Following Is Not a Factor Contributing to the Large

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a factor contributing to the large free energy of hydrolysis of ATP?

• A) Electrostatic repulsion of oxygen atoms
• B) Better solvation of products than ATP itself
• C) Complexes with Mg²⁺ or Mn²⁺ ions
• D) Better stability of products than ATP itself
• E) Electrical shielding of products of hydrolysis

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