Question

How much ATP is produced by aerobic respiration?

• A. 2 ATP
• B. 32 ATP
• C. 36 ATP
• D. 38 ATP

Hint:

Aerobic respiration yields 36 ATP per glucose molecule, significantly more than anaerobic respiration.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Aerobic respiration involves the complete oxidation of glucose in the presence of oxygen. It includes: \begin{enumerate} \item Glycolysis: Produces 2 ATP. \item Krebs cycle: Produces 2 ATP. \item Electron transport chain: Produces 32 ATP. \end{enumerate} Total ATP yield: \[ 2 + 2 + 32 = 36 \, \text{ATP}. \] --- Final Answer: \[ \boxed{36 \, \text{ATP}} \]