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Q.36. The diagram summarises the pathway of glucose breakdown.

Which two steps result in a net increase of ATP?
(a) A and C
(b) A and D
(c) B and D
(d) B and E
 

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Please refer the solution below for the said query

The correct option is (d).


The two steps resulting in a net increase of ATP are:

1. The conversion of Triose phosphate into Pyruvate yields 2 ATPs and 1 NADH + H⁺. One NADH = 3 ATPs. Hence, total 5 ATPS are produced.
2. The conversion of 6C (citric acid) into H₂O and CO₂. is called Kreb's cycle It yields about 12 ATPs.

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