Triose phosphate refers to a group of three-carbon sugar phosphates, primarily including glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate (G3P) and dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP). These molecules play a crucial role in cellular metabolism, particularly in the glycolysis pathway, where they are produced from the breakdown of glucose. In addition to their role in glycolysis, triose phosphates are important intermediates in the Calvin cycle, which is part of photosynthesis in plants. They serve as building blocks for the synthesis of larger carbohydrates, such as glucose, and are essential for energy production and storage in living organisms.