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How does ATP supply energy for cellular activities?
by breaking off a phosphate group from its structure
by releasing the sugar molecule from its structure
by adding a phosphate group to its structure
by attaching itself to a glucose molecule

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Correct answer: by breaking off a phosphate group from its structure.

Explanation: ATP stores energy in its high‑energy phosphate bonds. Hydrolysis of the terminal phosphate (ATP → ADP + Pi) releases energy that cells use for work (movement, transport, biosynthesis).