The Pasteur effect shows that yeasts consume glucose at a higher rate under anaerobic conditions than under aerobic conditions. Which of the following statements correctly explains this observation?

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Under anaerobic conditions, yeasts go through fermentation, which only generates 2 ATP per glucose molecule. However, under aerobic conditions, yeasts go through cellular respiration, which produces up to 36 ATP per glucose molecule. As a result, more glucose must be consumed under anaerobic conditions to produce an equivalent amount of ATP, leading to a higher rate of glucose consumption.

The Pasteur Effect Shows That Yeasts Consume Glucose at a Higher