Which Metabolic Reaction Occurs When a Cell Releases Energy

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which metabolic reaction occurs when a cell releases energy? 

• A) ATP gains a phosphate group and becomes ADP. 
• B) ADP gains a phosphate group and becomes ATP. 
• C) ATP releases a phosphate group and becomes ADP. 
• D) ADP releases a phosphate group and becomes ATP. 
• E) ADP and ATP cycle back and forth repeatedly.

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