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No. ATP is a significantly less stable energy storage molecule compared to fats, it slowly hydrolyzes when in water.

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No, cells do not store ATP for long periods of time as ATP is a high-energy molecule that is constantly being used and regenerated within cells. Cells produce ATP as needed through processes like glycolysis and cellular respiration.

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False.

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TRUE!!

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