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What chemical change occurs to ATP when it reacts with water and releases energy?

A. The ATP molecule loses a phosphate, becoming ADP.
B. ATP binds to chlorophyll to allow pants to use the suns energy
C. The ATP molecule gains a phosphate, becoming ADP
D. The ATP molecule becomes membrane bound as a sodium potassium pump

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3 days ago

The correct answer is A. The ATP molecule loses a phosphate, becoming ADP.

When ATP (adenosine triphosphate) reacts with water in a process called hydrolysis, it releases energy and converts into ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and an inorganic phosphate (Pi). This reaction is fundamental for providing energy for various cellular processes.