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What function does ATP carry out in living organisms?
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7. Energy and Metabolism
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What molecule is considered to be the energy currency of the cell and is used to do work?
A
NADH
B
DNA
C
RNA
D
ATP
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Identify the role of each molecule listed in the options: NADH, DNA, RNA, and ATP.
Understand that ATP stands for Adenosine Triphosphate, which is a molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells.
Recognize that ATP is often referred to as the 'energy currency' of the cell because it provides energy for various cellular processes.
Compare the functions of the other molecules: NADH is involved in electron transport and energy production, DNA stores genetic information, and RNA is involved in protein synthesis.
Conclude that ATP is the molecule used by cells to perform work, such as muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and chemical synthesis.
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