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What is the function of ATP? *

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Answer:

ATP is the main source of energy for most cellular processes. The building blocks of ATP are carbon, nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, and phosphorus.

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ATP has 3 phosphates. When the phosphate(s) breaks off, it releases a bunch of energy that are used to power active transport/pumps or phosphorylate enzymes.
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