In Total, What Is the Maximum Number of ATP Molecules

question 21

Multiple Choice

In total, what is the maximum number of ATP molecules that can be formed from each molecule of glucose that enters a cell?

• A) 16
• B) 18
• C) 36
• D) 38

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