[Campbell Biology P.113] Based on the provided text, which statement most accurately describ... | Practice Question

Based on the provided text, which statement most accurately describes how ATP functions in terms of energy?

  • A: ATP directly stores large amounts of energy within its bonds for later use.
  • B: ATP stores the potential to react with water or other molecules, releasing energy.
  • C: ATP functions primarily by absorbing energy from cellular reactions.
  • D: The conversion of ATP to ADP is an energy-consuming process.

Explanation

The text clarifies that while ATP is sometimes said to store energy, it is 'more accurate to think of it as storing the potential to react with water or other molecules', and that 'Overall, the process releases energy that can be used by the cell.'