How many ATP are needed in the Calvin cycle to make one glucose molecule?
A12
B24
C18
D36
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 18
Each CO2 needs 3 ATP and glucose needs six CO2 fixed, so 6 x 3 = 18 ATP.
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