Which of the following biochemical processes involves the transfer of a phosphate group from a high-energy phosphate compound to a lower-energy compound, resulting in the generation of energy for the cell?

A Phosphorylation ✓
B Glycolysis
C Citric acid cycle
D Oxidative phosphorylation

Explanation

Phosphorylation is the process by which a phosphate group is transferred from a high-energy phosphate compound, such as ATP, to a lower-energy compound, resulting in the generation of energy for the cell.

Source

Lehninger et al. (2008) Principles of Biochemistry
Fundamentals of Biochemistry Energy Metabolism Phosphorylation Medium MEDICAL Confidence: medium