Question

what is meant by ATP ​

Answer 1

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$\large\underline\mathrm\red{ATP\:(Adenosine\: triphosphate) }$

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Ques. What is an ATP ?

$\implies$ATP molecule stores the energy released during respiration.It is the energy currency for most cellular processes. The energy released during the process of respiration is utilized in the synthesis of ATP molecules from ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and inorganic phosphate.

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ADP + (P) $\longrightarrow$ ADP ~ (P) = ATP

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Ques. How ATP helps in transformation of energy ?

$\implies$ To synthesize one ATP molecule from ADP and phosphate, 30.5 kJ of energy are required. ATP is an instant source of energy within the cell. it is mobile and thus transports chemical energy to energy consuming processes ( endothermic processes ) anywhere within the cell. Whenever the cell requires energy, hydrolysis of ATP is all that has to occur for the energy to be made available.

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Ques. How ATP is said to a convent short-term carrier of energy ?

$\implies$ ATP can be compared with a battery battery as a convenient short-term carrier of energy. A battery provides energy for various uses, say to obtain mechanical energy, light energy, electrical energy, etc. Similarly, ATP can also provide energy for various uses by the cell, such as for contraction of muscles, protein synthesis, conduction of nerve impulse, and so on.

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Answer 2

Adenosine 5'-triphosphate, or ATP, is the principal molecule for storing and transferring energy in cells. It is often referred to as the energy currency of the cell and can be compared to storing money in a bank.