Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) (C₁₀H₁₆N₅O₁₃P₃) — Properties, Uses & Safety

Overview

The universal energy currency of the cell, storing and transferring energy through its high-energy phosphate bonds.

IUPAC Name

[(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methyl (hydroxy-phosphonooxyphosphoryl) hydrogen phosphate

CAS Number

56-65-5

PubChem CID

5957

Molecular Formula

C₁₀H₁₆N₅O₁₃P₃

Molar Mass

507.18 g/mol

State at STP

solid

Appearance

White powder