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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)

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Menu (linked Index) ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) Last Update: October 26, 2024 Introduction ATP Structure ATP Hydrolysis/Phosphorylation Conclusion Introduction Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is the “energy currency” of the cell because it contains the energy needed to fuel cellular processes.  Cellular respiration is the process by which cells generate ATP by breaking down glucose and other molecules. […]

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Genetics Basics

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Menu (linked Index) Genetics Basics  Last Update: October 25, 2024 Introduction Chromosomes DNA and RNA Structure Transcription and Translation References Introduction Genetics is the science of genes, those chunks or segments of DNA that carry the blueprints of our bodies.  In this post, I’ll describe the key molecules that carry our genetic code (DNA and RNA). 

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