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ATP produced in respiration is stored in mitochondria. How is it produced?

ATP - Adenosine Tri Phosphate. It is called the energy currency of cell because it helps in the storage of energy in chemical form.

ATP is released by a process called as Oxidative Phosphorylation which occurs in mitochondria during respiration. When oxidation of food occurs, it releases energy in the form of ATP.



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