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

question 34

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.

Recognize the health implications of radioactivity exposure and the role of background radiation in our environment.

Identify consumer products that contain radioactive materials and understand the sources of cosmic radiation.

Understand the formation and stability of isotopes, including the concepts of the belt of stability and artificial element creation.

Understand the adaptations necessary for nonvascular plants to survive and reproduce on land.

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Community Stability

The ability of an ecosystem to maintain its structure and function over time, despite the presence of stressors or disturbances.

Research

The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Nicotine Synthesis

The biochemical process by which plants, particularly tobacco, produce nicotine as a defense mechanism against herbivores.