The primary substance that has a net movement out of the mitochondria is adenosine triphosphate (ATP). ATP is produced within the mitochondria during cellular respiration and is then transported into the cytosol to provide energy for various cellular processes. Additionally, some metabolic intermediates, such as pyruvate and certain metabolites, may also move out of the mitochondria, but ATP is the most significant in terms of energy transfer.
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