For each molecule of glucose-6-phosphate that enters the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway, _____ NADPH and _____ CO₂ are produced.

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For each molecule of glucose-6-phosphate that enters the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway, 2 NADPH and 1 ribulose-5-phosphate (CO₂ seems to be a placeholder for this or a similar compound) are produced. This phase is crucial for generating reducing power in the form of NADPH and for producing ribose-5-phosphate for nucleotide synthesis.

For Each Molecule of Glucose-6-Phosphate That Enters the Oxidative Phase