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OpenStudy (anonymous):

.Cells use ATP as a source of energy to carry out various functions within the cell. In order for ATP to be useful, a chemical reaction that converts ATP to ADP occurs, releasing energy. Which of the following changes in cellular conditions do you predict would cause a decrease in energy production for the cell? Answer choices: A lack of water molecules in the cell’s mitochondria A large quantity of oxygen in the cell’s mitochondria An abundance of ADP molecules in the cell An increase in temperature of the cell’s surroundings

OpenStudy (anonymous):

A, water is the end product of cellular respiration. If there is a lack of water, meaning energy product has slowed down. B, oxygen is the final electron acceptor , so there is no problem to have a large quantity of oxygen C, ADP joins with a phosphate to form ATP, which is energy. Many ADP = more ATP D, increase temperature can increase enzyme activity, that means faster energy production, unless the temperature is too high I will conclude that the answer is A. However, a lack of water does not cause a decrease in energy production, but "is caused“ by a decrease in energy production so i'm not 100% sure on that

OpenStudy (rogue):

D seems better than A, given the chance for enzyme denaturation.

OpenStudy (rogue):

But I'm not sure either :P

OpenStudy (anonymous):

but generally temperature increase will increase cellular respiration, unless the temp is too high but the option didnt say a extreme high temperature, that's why i dont think it's D

OpenStudy (anonymous):

was the answer a @cmkc109

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