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A compound formed in the mitochondria of cells. It is created by adding an additional phosphate group to ADP (adenosine diphosphate) to form ATP.

It is then used as the source of energy in the cell.

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An adenosine diphosphate (ADP) a nucleotide with 2 phosphate groups and an adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is formed when an additional phosphate group is attached to an ADP.

ATP provides energy to all the cells of the body.

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The cycling between ATP and ADP + P provides a energy coupling between anabolic and catablic pathways.

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It's a molecule in which adenosine, which is a nucleotide also present in DNA and RNA, is linked to three (tri) phosphate groups.

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Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the main source of energy for cell processes. ATP stores the energy needed for cellular respiration.

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Yes, ATP stands for adenosine triphosphate.

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The cell's " battery " that stores and releases the energy the cell needs to do work. ( at least eukaryote cells )

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Adenosine monophosphate is a nucleotide, found in all animal cells, reversibly convertible to adenosine diphosphate and adenosine triphosphate.

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helps to make energy

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Q: What is the function of adenosine triphospate in a human body cell?
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