adenosine triphosphate
noun1
Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A nucleotide that is used as a source of energy in cellular reactions, in the synthesis of nucleic acids, and as a neurotransmitter recognized by purinergic receptors.
- Related terms
- adenosine, phosphate, adenosine phosphate, adenosine monophosphate, adenosine diphosphate