Which bioenergetic pathway can use carbohydrates, fats, and a limited amount of protein to synthesize ATP?
a. phosphagen system
b. nonoxidative system
c. oxidative system
d. krebs cycle
Answer: c. oxidative system
The oxidative system, or aerobic one, can use carbohydrates, fats, and a limited amount of protein to synthesize ATP. Oxygen is required for the pathway to proceed and its by products are water and carbon dioxide.