The figure below shows that ________.
A) ADP can perform cellular work when it binds to an additional phosphate group
B) ATP can perform cellular work when it releases a phosphate group
C) ATP can be converted to ADP by adding a phosphate group
D) energy is released from ATP during the process of cellular respiration

Question

The figure below shows that ________. 
A) ADP can perform cellular work when it binds to an additional phosphate group 
B) ATP can perform cellular work when it releases a phosphate group 
C) ATP can be converted to ADP by adding a phosphate group 
D) energy is released from ATP during the process of cellular respiration

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The figure shows ATP being hydrolyzed into ADP and inorganic phosphate (Pi), which releases energy that can be used for cellular work. Therefore, option B is the correct choice. Option A is incorrect because ADP already has two phosphate groups and binding an additional phosphate group does not provide energy. Option C is incorrect because it describes the reverse reaction (adding a phosphate group to ADP to form ATP) and does not correspond to the figure. Option D is incorrect because it is a general statement about ATP and cellular respiration, but does not specifically relate to the figure.

The Figure Below Shows That ________