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What is the net gain of ATP molecules when one molecule of glucose is fermented to produce alcohol or lactic acid?

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a

6 ATP molecules

b

8 ATP molecules, considering the initial investment during glycolysis

c

A net gain of 2 ATP molecules after deducting the ATP used during glycolysis

d

38 ATP molecules as seen in aerobic respiration

answer is C.

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the net gain of ATP molecules when one molecule of glucose is fermented to produce alcohol or lactic acid is two.

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What is the net gain of ATP molecules when one molecule of glucose is fermented to produce alcohol or lactic acid?