The oxidation of pyruvate produces carbon dioxide and water while liberating energy at a rate of 1142.2 kJ/mol. With the addition of electron transport, roughly 12.5 ATP molecules are created. The free energy required to hydrolyze ATP is 30.5 kJ/mol. What seems to be the apparent efficiency of ATP synthesis?

The oxidation of pyruvate produces carbon dioxide and water while liberating energy at a rate of 1142.2 kJ/mol. With the addition of electron transport, roughly 12.5 ATP molecules are created. The free energy required to hydrolyze ATP is 30.5 kJ/mol. What seems to be the apparent efficiency of ATP synthesis?

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Lauralee Sherwood

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Chapter2: Cell Physiology

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