What about ATP?

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What is ATP?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a molecule that carries energy within cells.

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What does ADP stand for?

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ADP stands for Adenosine Diphosphate, which is a lower-energy form of ATP.

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What are the three main components of an ATP molecule?

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The three main components of ATP are adenine, ribose (a sugar), and three phosphate groups.

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What happens when a phosphate group is removed from ATP?

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When a phosphate group is removed from ATP, it becomes ADP and releases energy.

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How is ATP similar to a battery?

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ATP is like a battery because it stores energy that can be used by the cell when needed.

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What does the 'TP' in ATP represent?

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The 'TP' in ATP stands for 'tri-phosphate', indicating that there are three phosphate groups.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP provides energy for various cellular processes, including muscle contraction and active transport.

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What is the significance of the high-energy bonds in ATP?

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The high-energy bonds between the phosphate groups in ATP store energy that can be released when the bonds are broken.

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What is the process of converting ADP back to ATP called?

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The process of converting ADP back to ATP is called phosphorylation.

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What is the difference between ATP and ADP?

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ATP has three phosphate groups, while ADP has only two phosphate groups.