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"Man, that guy's so adenosine."
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adenosine triphosphate

One of the main molecules found in most cells
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the source of energy for use and storage at the cellular level. The structure of ATP is a nucleoside triphosphate, consisting of a nitrogenous base (adenine), a ribose sugar, and three serially bonded phosphate groups.
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adenosine triphosphate

the primary energy-carrying molecule within cells, acting as the main energy currency for most cellular processes
When consumed in a metabolic process, adenosine triphosphate converts either to adenosine diphosphate (ADP) or to adenosine monophosphate (AMP).
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