The part of an ATP molecule that holds the energy used in metabolism is
A) the sugar.
B) the nitrogen-containing base.
C) the phosphate bonds.
D) the amino acid.
E) the adenine.

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The phosphate bonds of ATP hold the energy used in metabolism. When these bonds are broken, energy is released that can be used for cellular processes such as muscle contraction, protein synthesis, and nerve impulse transmission.

The Part of an ATP Molecule That Holds the Energy