Why do you think species have evolved to use ATP rather than GTP?

First of all, the difference between them is that ATP contains the base adenosine and GTP contains guanosine. One of the significant differences between these molecules is that guanosine contains an extra oxygen atom. This may have acted as a selective disadvantages as species were evolving in an atmosphere with a lower oxygen content. Consequently, by the process of natural selection, species with ATP evolved.

BW
Answered by Ben W. Oxbridge Preparation tutor

1796 Views

See similar Oxbridge Preparation Mentoring tutors

Related Oxbridge Preparation Mentoring answers

All answers ▸

Tell me your motivation and reasons for applying to *** (i.e. Trinity) College and why *** (i.e. Engineering)?


You are the owner and head vet of a large animal practice. You employ multiple vets in addition to a couple of receptionists. While the practice has generally been quite successful, with more and more farms closing nearby you are starting to struggle to m


What is a biology interview at Oxford like?


If the State could ensure all criminals were convicted 100% of the time, but at the cost of the total loss of privacy of all other civilians, would it be justifiable?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences