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Number of oxygen atoms required for oxidation of NADH2 molecule in ETS is
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  • A 1
  • B 2
  • C 3
  • D 4
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The correct answer is: 2
For oxidation of one NADH2 molecule, one oxygen atom is required in ETS; thus, for 2 NADH2 molecules, 2 oxygen atoms are required. Oxygen functions as terminal electron acceptor during aerobic respiration.

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