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ATP Hydrolysis

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

ATP hydrolysis refers to the breakdown of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) molecules into adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and inorganic phosphate (Pi). This process releases energy that can be utilized by cells for various cellular activities.

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