ATP

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What does ATP stand for?

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Adenosine Triphosphate

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What does the 'TP' in ATP represent?

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Tri (3) phosphates

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What is the structure of ATP?

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ATP consists of an adenosine molecule bonded to three phosphate groups.

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How does ATP provide energy for cellular processes?

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ATP releases energy when the bond between the second and third phosphate groups is broken.

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What is the role of mitochondria in the cell?

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Mitochondria are responsible for manufacturing ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the significance of the phosphate bonds in ATP?

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The high-energy phosphate bonds in ATP store and release energy for cellular activities.

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What is ADP and how is it related to ATP?

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ADP (Adenosine Diphosphate) is formed when one phosphate group is removed from ATP.

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What is the process called that converts ADP back to ATP?

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Phosphorylation.

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What is the main function of ATP in the cell?

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ATP serves as the primary energy currency of the cell.

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What type of reaction occurs when ATP is converted to ADP?

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Hydrolysis.