Which step in cellular respiration produces the most ATP?

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The question is asking about the specific stage in the cellular respiration process that generates the highest amount of ATP. This involves understanding the three main stages of cellular respiration: glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation (electron transport chain).

Answer

Oxidative Phosphorylation

The final answer is Oxidative Phosphorylation

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The final answer is Oxidative Phosphorylation

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Oxidative phosphorylation occurs in the mitochondria, using the electron transport chain and ATP synthase to generate the majority of ATP during cellular respiration. It produces around 25-32 ATP molecules per glucose molecule.

Tips

A common mistake is confusing the amount of ATP produced during glycolysis and the Krebs cycle with the overall ATP yield from oxidative phosphorylation.

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