In aerobic respiration,what is the ultimate fate of the electrons released from the breakdown of glucose?
A) they are combined with NAD+
B) they are combined with ATP
C) they become hydrogen ions
D) they are moved through the electron transport chain
E) they are combined with oxygen gas

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The ultimate fate of the electrons released from the breakdown of glucose in aerobic respiration is to be combined with oxygen gas in the final step of the electron transport chain, producing water (H2O). This process is called oxidative phosphorylation and generates a large amount of ATP. Choices A, B, C, and D are all intermediate steps in the process of aerobic respiration but do not represent the final destination of the electrons.

In Aerobic Respiration,what Is the Ultimate Fate of the Electrons