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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

ATP

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

ATP

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Which of the following statements describes the role of ATP in animal cells?

ATP is primarily used for storing genetic information.

ATP acts as a structural component of cell membranes.

ATP serves as the primary energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

ATP functions as a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

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Understand the role of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) in cellular processes. ATP is a molecule that carries energy within cells. It is often referred to as the 'energy currency' of the cell.

Recognize that ATP is not involved in storing genetic information. Genetic information is stored in DNA, not ATP.

Identify that ATP is not a structural component of cell membranes. Cell membranes are primarily composed of lipids and proteins.

Acknowledge that ATP does not function as a hormone. Hormones are signaling molecules that regulate physiological processes, whereas ATP provides energy for cellular activities.

Conclude that the correct statement is: ATP serves as the primary energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes. This is the fundamental role of ATP in animal cells.