adenosine phosphate

"Adenosine phosphate" compounds are essential in cellular energy transfer, including ATP, ADP, and AMP.

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Definition

C2Cellular Biology

(technical, scientific)A molecule consisting of adenosine attached to one or more phosphate groups, crucial for energy transfer in cells.

Example

  • Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a type of adenosine phosphate that provides energy for many cellular processes.
  • The conversion of adenosine diphosphate (ADP) to ATP is a key part of cellular respiration.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "adenosine phosphate":

adenylic acidpyrophosphoric acid