Interpretation: To give the phrase that best describes ATP.
Concept Introduction: ATP stands for adenosine triphosphate. ATP molecule is beneficial in transmitting energy in the cells of living organisms.
Answer to Problem 1STP
Correct answer: The best phrase that is used to describe an ATP molecule is energy transmitter.
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct option: ATP behaves as an energy carrier between two types of reactions i.e., a spontaneous reaction (that releases energy) and a non-spontaneous reaction (that use energy).
Thus, an ATP molecule behaves as an energy transmitter.
Therefore, the phrase that best describes an ATP molecule is Energy transmitter.
Reasons for incorrect options: ATP serves as an energy carrier or energy transmitter. It is the main carrier of energy in the cells that is useful for performing cellular functions. Thus, the phrases such as energy pump, energy consumer, and energy producer cannot be used for describing ATP molecules.
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