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ATP

noun

UK/ˌeɪ.tiːˈpiː/
US/ˌeɪ.tiːˈpiː/

Definitions of ATP noun

  1. chemistry

    A molecule known as adenosine triphosphate, serves as the primary energy storage and transfer unit in cells; it is the abbreviated form, ATP.

    • Cells use ATP as a source of energy for various biochemical reactions.

    • Muscle contraction requires a significant supply of ATP.

    • During aerobic respiration, glucose is broken down to produce ATP.