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  1. ATP

  2. What does ATP stand for? • Adenosine Triphosphate

  3. To which macromolecule class does ATP belong? • Nucleic Acids

  4. What is the structure of ATP? Adenine, a nitrogenous base 3 phosphates Ribose, a sugar

  5. What is the function of ATP? • To provide energy for the cell to use • Sugar energy is converted to ATP energy. • ATP is the energy “currency” of the cell.

  6. Where in my cells can I use ATP? • Active transport • Endocytosis, exocytosis • Building and breaking apart molecules • Muscle contractions

  7. When we “use” ATP, what does this mean?

  8. When we “use” ATP, what does this mean?

  9. Is ATP synthesis exergonic or endergonic?

  10. Is ATP hydrolysis exergonic or endergonic?