Multiple choice

How much energy we can get from one ATP molecule?

  1. 2700 cal

  2. 7300 cal

  3. 7200 cal

  4. 1700 cal

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C Correct answer
Explanation

In cellular respiration, the hydrolysis of one ATP molecule into ADP and inorganic phosphate releases about 7200 calories (7.2 kcal) of usable energy according to standard school biology textbooks.