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a

Oxidation of one molecule of NADH in ETS gives rise to 2 ATP.

b

Respiratory substrates in all living organisms is always one type not more than one type

c

Pure proteins and are fats never used as respiratory substrates

d

The R.Q value always depends upon the type of product formed during respiration.

answer is B.

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The compounds that are oxidised during this process are known as respiratory substrates. Usually carbohydrates are oxidised to release energy, but proteins, fats and even organic acids can be used as respiratory substances in some plants, under certain conditions.

The R.Q value always depends upon the type of substrate utilised during respiration.

Oxidation of one molecule of NADH in ETS gives rise to 3 ATP.

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