How Many Moles of ATP Can Be Formed from ADP

question 38

Multiple Choice

How many moles of ATP can be formed from ADP during the complete oxidation of one mole of pyruvate to carbon dioxide and water in normal liver cells?

• A) 3
• B) 9
• C) 12
• D) 15
• E) 36

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