A prominent scientist claims to have isolated mutant cells that can convert 1 molecule of glucose into 57 molecules of ATP. should this discovery be celebrated, or do you suppose that something might be wrong with it? explain your answer.

A prominent scientist claims to have isolated mutant cells that can convert 1 molecule of glucose into 57 molecules of ATP. should this discovery be celebrated, or do you suppose that something might be wrong with it? explain your answer.

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter3: Cells And How They Work

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 4CT: The cells of your body never use nucleic acids as an energy source. Can you suggest a reason why?

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