The Maximum Yield of ATP Per Molecule of Glucose in Eukaryotic

question 19

Essay

The maximum yield of ATP per molecule of glucose in eukaryotic cells is 36 or 38 ATP.In prokaryotic cells,the maximum yield is 38 ATP.
a. From what you know about prokaryotes and eukaryotes,suggest why there is a difference in maximum ATP production.
b. The yield of ATP varies in eukaryotes from 36 to 38 ATP.Why is there a variation?
c. Why is ATP yield clarified with "maximum"?

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