Cells lining the small intestine absorb glucose. Which of the following is required to transport glucose molecules across the cell membranes of the intestine?

A. ATP to bind the glucose molecules

B. ATP to start the process

C. ADP to break down the glucose molecules

Question

Cells lining the small intestine absorb glucose. Which of the following is required to transport glucose molecules across the cell membranes of the intestine?

A. ATP to bind the glucose molecules

B. ATP to start the process

C. ADP to break down the glucose molecules

kaylaprincess · Answer

ATP to start the process !

kaylaprincess · Answer

would you like me to define ATP for you ? ~ c:

anonymous · Answer

yes please :)

kaylaprincess · Answer

ATP is the energy currency for biological systems, 
example, energy can converted in ATP's