In Order to Drive the Synthesis of ATP, the Hydrolysis

question 36

Multiple Choice

In order to drive the synthesis of ATP, the hydrolysis of an organic phosphate

• A) must have a higher free energy change.
• B) must have a lower free energy change.
• C) must have a free energy change equal to that of ATP.

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