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multiple choice question
when a glucose molecule is fully oxidized in the presence of oxygen, about ______ atp molecule(s) (varies by cell type) is/are produced.
o 1
o 2
o 16
o 32

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Explanation:

In cellular respiration, when a glucose molecule is fully oxidized in the presence of oxygen through glycolysis, the citric - acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation, approximately 32 ATP molecules are produced (the exact number can vary slightly by cell type due to differences in shuttle systems for electrons).

Answer:

D. 32