Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ATP
Noun
ˌeɪ-tiːˈpiː
Definition
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a complex organic chemical that provides energy to drive many processes in living cells.
Examples
- ATP is essential for muscle contractions during exercise.
- Cells generate ATP through cellular respiration.
- Without ATP, cells cannot perform vital functions.
Meaning
ATP is often referred to as the energy currency of the cell, as it captures chemical energy obtained from the breakdown of food molecules and releases it to fuel other cellular processes.
Synonyms
- Adenosine triphosphate
- Energy carrier
