How many ATPs can be netted from the complete oxidation of palmitate (C₁₆) to CO₂ & H₂O?

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One molecule of palmitate contains 16 carbons, and after undergoing beta-oxidation, it produces eight molecules of acetyl-CoA. Each acetyl-CoA molecule can enter the Krebs cycle, producing three NADH, one FADH2 and one ATP. Therefore, the complete oxidation of palmitate would result in a net gain of 108 ATPs (8 acetyl-CoA x [3 NADH + 1 FADH2 + 1 ATP]). Additionally, two ATPs were used in the activation of palmitate. Therefore, the net gain of ATPs from the complete oxidation of palmitate is 106.

How Many ATPs Can Be Netted from the Complete Oxidation