Questions: Base your answers to questions 20 through 22 on the diagram of a mitochondrion below and on your knowledge of biology. 21. What term would most appropriately be represented by the "X"? (1) ATP (3) antibodies (2) chlorophyll (4) glucose

Base your answers to questions 20 through 22 on the diagram of a mitochondrion below and on your knowledge of biology.
21. What term would most appropriately be represented by the "X"?
(1) ATP
(3) antibodies
(2) chlorophyll
(4) glucose

Transcript text: Base your answers to questions 20 through 22 on the diagram of a mitochondrion below and on your knowledge of biology. 21. What term would most appropriately be represented by the "X"? (1) ATP (3) antibodies (2) chlorophyll (4) glucose

Solution

Solution Steps

Step 1: Identify the process depicted in the diagram

The diagram shows a mitochondrion, which is the site of cellular respiration. The inputs are oxygen (O₂) and sugar, and the outputs are water (H₂O), carbon dioxide (CO₂), and a substance labeled "X".

Step 2: Determine the product labeled "X"

In cellular respiration, the mitochondrion converts sugar and oxygen into water, carbon dioxide, and ATP (adenosine triphosphate). ATP is the primary energy carrier in cells.

Step 3: Match "X" with the correct term

Given the options: