Question
Biology Question on Lipids
The number of molecules of ATP produced in the lipid metabolism of a molecule of palmitic acid is
A
130
B
36
C
56
D
86
Answer
130
Explanation
Solution
The number of molecules of ATP (Adenosine tri phosphate) produced in lipid metabolism of a molecule of palmitic acid is 130. Monosaccharide
ribose is an ATP, which acts as energy currency of the cells during metabolism of carbohydrates, protein and fats.