Assuming that aerobic metabolism starts with glucose as its fuel, at least _____% of the energy of the starting molecules will be captured in a useful form. The remaining energy will be converted to _____ and will be either lost or used to _____.

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Aerobic metabolism is efficient at converting the energy stored in glucose into a useful form, capturing about 34% of the energy, with the remaining being lost as heat, which can be used to warm the animal.

Assuming That Aerobic Metabolism Starts with Glucose as Its Fuel