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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and ADP (adenosine diphosphate) are molecules that play a crucial role in providing energy for cellular processes in all living organisms.
ATP is converted to ADP when energy is released for cellular processes, and ADP is converted back to ATP when energy is needed for cellular processes. This cycle is known as the ATP-ADP cycle.
ATP and ADP are both nucleotides, meaning they are made up of a sugar molecule, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base. The main difference between the two molecules is that ATP has three phosphate groups, while ADP has two.
ATP is the primary source of energy for cellular processes such as muscle contraction, nerve impulses, and protein synthesis. ADP is converted back to ATP through cellular respiration, where energy from glucose is used to add a phosphate group to ADP.
No, ATP and ADP are only used as energy sources in living systems. They are constantly being produced and consumed in living organisms and cannot be stored for later use. In non-living systems, other molecules such as glucose or lipids are used as energy sources.