DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, while ATP stands for Adenosine Triphosphate.
Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life. It encodes the information necessary for the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all living organisms and many viruses. DNA is structured as a double helix and is made up of nucleotides, which are composed of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.
Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is known as the energy currency of the cell. It is a nucleotide that consists of an adenine base, a ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups. ATP stores and transfers energy within cells, making it essential for various biochemical processes such as muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and biosynthesis.