The compound that is the primary energy currency of the cell is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The compound that is the primary energy currency of the cell is:
A. FADH₂
B. Glucose
C. ATP
D. NADH
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) stores energy in its high-energy phosphate bonds and releases it for cellular work. Glucose and NADH are fuel molecules, not direct energy carriers.

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