How Many ATPs Can Be Netted from the Complete Oxidation

question 28

Multiple Choice

How many ATPs can be netted from the complete oxidation of palmitate (C₁₆) to CO₂ & H₂O?

• A) ATPs ≤ 40
• B) 40 ≤ 80
• C) 80 ≤ 120
• D) 1200

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