April 21, 2023
Description
The 3D stick and ball model generated with ChimeraX provides a visual representation of ATP, the energy currency of cells. ATP, or Adenosine Triphosphate, is a biomolecule that stores and releases energy during cellular processes. The model highlights the molecular structure of ATP, which consists of a nitrogen-containing base, a sugar molecule, and three phosphate groups. The phosphate groups are linked together by high-energy bonds, which are broken down to release energy. This 3D model is useful for understanding the chemical structure and function of ATP in biochemistry and cell biology. It can help students and researchers visualize the molecular structure of ATP and how it provides energy for various cellular processes.
Source:
https://www.rcsb.org/ligand/atp
License:
Creative Commons — Attribution