The coupling of ATP synthesis to a glycolytic reaction is described below.

PEP + H₂O → pyruvate + Pi (ΔG = −78 kJ/mol)
ADP + Pi → ATP + H₂O (ΔG = +55 kJ/mol)

PEP + ADP → pyruvate + ATP (ΔG = −23 kJ/mol)

Which of the following statements is correct for the reaction ADP + Pi → ATP + H₂O?
Välj ett alternativ:

  • A: The reaction is exergonic and thermodynamically unfavorable.
  • B: The reaction is endergonic and thermodynamically favorable.
  • C: The reaction is endergonic and thermodynamically unfavorable.
  • D: The reaction is exergonic and thermodynamically favorable.

Rätt svar

  1. D

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