How many ATP are generated per acetyl coenzyme A going through the Krebs cycle followed by the electron transport system?
A)3
B)12
C)2
D)24
E)36- 38

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Each acetyl CoA generates 3 NADH, 1 FADH2, and 1 GTP (or ATP) in the Krebs cycle. The NADH and FADH2 are used in the electron transport chain to produce ATP, resulting in a total of approximately 12 ATP per acetyl CoA.

How Many ATP Are Generated Per Acetyl Coenzyme a Going