1 Rate of O2 consumption in mitochondria is limited by the availability of ADP as a substrate for phosphorylation. 2  this dependence on ADP as a Pi acceptor is called acceptor control of respiration. 3  acceptor control ratio is the ratio of max rate ADP induced O2 consumption to the basal rate in the absence of ADP.
Aqua means water and some examples are: Aquatic Aquarium Aqueduct and aqueous.
Aquamarine is a blue variety of the mineral beryl. Its name is derived from two Latin roots meaning water of the sea. Often referred to as aqua, this gemstone has been prized for many centuries. Catâs-eye and star varieties are highly prized by collectors.