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The high-energy compound generated by the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the cells is called.

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Answer: The human body uses three types of molecules to yield the necessary energy to drive ATP synthesis: fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Mitochondria are the main site for ATP synthesis in mammals, although some ATP is also synthesized in the cytoplasm.

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