Multiple choice

ATP contains ______ phosphates in its molecule.

  1. 1

  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4
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C Correct answer
Explanation

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) contains three phosphate groups in its molecular structure - hence the name 'Triphosphate'. These three phosphates are connected by high-energy bonds, with the third phosphate being the one most frequently transferred to release energy during cellular reactions.

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