Adenosine Triphosphate

ATP serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing the necessary energy for various biological processes such as muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and chemical synthesis through its high-energy phosphate bonds.

ATP consists of an adenine base, a ribose sugar, and three phosphate groups. The energy released during the hydrolysis of its terminal phosphate bonds is utilized to drive endergonic reactions within the cell.

ATP is continuously regenerated through cellular respiration processes, including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria, ensuring a consistent supply of energy for cellular activities and maintaining metabolic homeostasis.

SKU: 56-65-5 Category:

Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the indispensable energy currency of the cell, essential for powering nearly all biological processes. Structurally, ATP comprises an adenine base attached to a ribose sugar, linked to three phosphate groups, with energy stored in the high-energy bonds between these phosphates. During hydrolysis, ATP releases energy by breaking the terminal phosphate bond, transforming into adenosine diphosphate (ADP) or adenosine monophosphate (AMP), and driving a wide array of cellular functions including muscle contraction, active transport across cell membranes, and biosynthetic reactions. The regeneration of ATP is a continuous process facilitated by cellular respiration mechanisms like glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation within mitochondria, underscoring its pivotal role in sustaining cellular metabolism and homeostasis. Moreover, ATP is not only a fuel source but also plays a critical role in cell signaling and regulation, acting as a substrate for kinases in phosphorylation reactions and as a signaling molecule in its own right. Thus, ATP’s multifaceted roles highlight its fundamental importance in both energy transfer and regulation within living organisms.

 

 

 

Additional information

Weight

1KG, 25KG, 5KG