Q.

How many ATP molecules are produced during oxidative phosphorylation, if two molecules of pyruvate is used as respiratory substrate?

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

13

b

14

c

22

d

28

answer is D.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

If one molecule of pyruvate is used as a respiratory substrate then first it enters into link reaction and forms 1 molecule of NADH+H+. Then the acetyl CoA formed enters Kreb's cycle and forms 3 NADH+H+, 1 FADH2Total 4 NADH+H+ are produced and when they are oxidised results in the formation of = 4 x 3= 12 ATP in ETSTotal 1 FADH2is produced and when it is oxidised through ETS, it results in the formation of 2 ATPTotal number ATP molecules are produced during oxidative phosphorylation, if one molecule of pyruvate is used as respiratory substrate is 12+2= 14ATPTotal number ATP molecules are produced during oxidative phosphorylation, if two molecules of pyruvate is used as respiratory substrate is 14x2= 28 ATP
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon
How many ATP molecules are produced during oxidative phosphorylation, if two molecules of pyruvate is used as respiratory substrate?