On oxidation of how many grams of glucose, 30 moles of ATP are synthesized?

1 gram

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10 grams

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100 grams

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180 grams

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Solution

The correct option is C 180 grams
Molecular weight of glucose is 180 gm/mole. Respiration produces 30 moles of ATP from 1 mole of glucose. Complete oxidation of 1 mole of glucose to $C O_{2}$ and $H_{2} O$ yields 686 kcal of free energy.
So,Option D is correct.

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