Which pathway in cellular respiration generates the most ATP?

2025

Which pathway in cellular respiration generates the most ATP?

Answer: C. Electron transport chain — In cellular respiration, the electron transport chain generates the largest amount of ATP compared with glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, or fermentation.

  1. A.

    Glycolysis

  2. B.

    Krebs cycle

  3. C.

    Electron transport chain

  4. D.

    Fermentation

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Correct answer: C

In cellular respiration, the electron transport chain generates the largest amount of ATP compared with glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, or fermentation.

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