Cells supply energy at a moment's notice primarily through the immediate breakdown of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell, providing the necessary energy for various cellular processes. When energy is required quickly, cells can regenerate ATP from adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and inorganic phosphate using cellular respiration or by utilizing creatine phosphate in muscle cells. This enables rapid energy release to meet sudden demands.
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