What is the relationship between oxidative phosphorylation and CO2 production in cellular respiration?

• A. Oxidative phosphorylation uses oxygen to form water, while CO2 is produced in the citric acid cycle.
• B. Oxidative phosphorylation synthesizes ATP from ADP and inorganic phosphate, producing CO2.
• C. Oxidative phosphorylation directly produces CO2 as a byproduct.
• D. Oxidative phosphorylation acts as the initial electron donor, producing CO2.

Answer: (A)