Question

The net gain of ATP in EMP pathway is

• A. 24 ATP molecules
• B. 8 ATP molecules
• C. 38 ATP molecules
• D. 6 ATP molecules

Answer 1

The correct option is B 8 ATP molecules

EMP pathway is also called as Embden–Meyerhof–Parnas or glycolysis cycle. 4 ATP is formed in the pay off phase and six ATP is regenerated from the two NAD${}^{+}$ molecules. So, the total gain of ATP is 10 ATP. Out of which to are utilized in the preparatory phase so the net gain is 8 ATP.

Thus, the correct answer is '8 ATP molecules.'