Question

What are 3 things ATP is used for in cells?

Answer 1

ATP(Adenosine Triphosphate): It is referred to as the energy currency of the cell. Several functions performed by it are:

1. The ATP is used up for carrying out various cellular functions, including transportation of different molecules across the cell membranes.
2. It also includes supplying the energy required for muscle contraction, circulation of blood, locomotion, and various other body movements.
3. ATP, apart from energy production, also synthesize the macromolecules that are required by the cell for their survival.
4. ATP can be used to switch to control chemical reactions and to send messages.