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Adenosine triphosphate
/ˈadənˌɒsaɪn tɹˈɪfəsfˌeɪt/
/ˈædənˌɑːsaɪn tɹˈɪfəsfˌeɪt/
ATPAdenosine triphosphate
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a molecule that carries energy within cells, composed of adenine, a ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups
adenosine triphosphate
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Παράδειγμα
Adenosine triphosphate is involved in the synthesis of molecules, like proteins and nucleic acids, in cellular processes.
The hydrolysis of adenosine triphosphate releases energy by breaking the high-energy phosphate bond.
Adenosine triphosphate is a transient molecule, continuously being generated and used within cells.
During cellular respiration, energy from nutrients is used to regenerate adenosine triphosphate.
