How many glucose molecules are required for the formation of 52 pyruvic acid molecules at the end of glycolysis ? A) 52 B) 46 C) 32 D) 26

Correct option:(D)26

Solution:

1. 1 molecule of 6-carbon glucose forms 2 molecules of 3-carbon pyruvic acids when it undergoes glycolysis.
2. So to form 52 pyruvic acids, 26 glucose molecules are required.