Which of the following events is an example of an exergonic process that may be used in energy coupling in a cell? (Select all that apply; there may be more than one correct answer here.) Hydrolysis of ATP A redox reaction in which an electron is transferred to a more electronegative atom Active transport A molecule diffusing down its gradient Phosphorylation of ADP
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- A molecule diffusing down its gradient: This is also an exergonic process as it occurs spontaneously due to the concentration gradient. Show more…
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