How many oxygen molecules are required for the oxidation of all the reduced coenzymes produced due to oxidation of one glucose molecule?
A
12
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
24
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
10
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
6
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is D
6
In aerobic respiration complete oxidation of one glucose molecule yields 10 NADH and 2 FADH2 molecules. Each coenzyme uses one oxygen atom during its oxidation. Hence 6O2 are required to oxidise 12 reduced coenzymes.