What happens when ATP is converted to ADP

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Wiley

2 January, 12:30

What happens when ATP is converted to ADP

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Mylie Miles · Answer 1

The electrons in these bonds carry energy. Within the power plants of the cell (mitochondria), energy is used to add one molecule of inorganic phosphate (P) to a molecule of adenosine diphosphate (ADP). The amount of energy stored is about 7,300 calories for every mole of ATP formed.