The number of ATP molecules produced from one glucose molecule during aerobic respiration is approximately: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The number of ATP molecules produced from one glucose molecule during aerobic respiration is approximately:
A. 18
B. 2
C. 36-38
D. 4
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In eukaryotes, complete oxidation of one glucose molecule via glycolysis, Krebs cycle, and electron transport chain yields a net of about 36-38 ATP molecules (depending on shuttle systems). Glycolysis yields 2 ATP, Krebs 2 ATP, and oxidative phosphorylation 32-34 ATP. This is much higher than anaerobic respiration (2 ATP).

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