Which of the Following Correctly Describes ATP

Question

Which of the following correctly describes ATP?
A)ATP is hydrophobic.
B)ATP is inorganic.
C)ATP is unable to react with water.
D)ATP has two covalently attached phosphates.
E)ATP is able to store energy for the cell.

Accepted Answer

ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, is able to store energy for the cell. It is formed through the addition of three phosphate groups to adenosine. When one of these phosphate groups is removed, energy is released for cellular processes to use. ATP is not hydrophobic, is considered an organic molecule, can react with water, and has three phosphates.