alleryThe final electron acceptor in aerobic respiration is
ANAD⁺
BFAD
CATP
DO₂
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. O₂
O₂ accepts electrons at the end of the ETC, combining with H⁺ to form water.
Without O₂ the chain backs up and ATP production stops.
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